CVE-2015-4273: Input Validation

Published Jul 15, 2015
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Updated

The Packet Data Network Gateway (aka PGW) component on Cisco ASR 5000 devices with software 15.0(912), 15.0(935), and 15.0(938) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Session Manager outage) via malformed fields in an IP packet, aka Bug ID CSCut38476.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cisco ASR 5000 Series Software=15.0\(912\)
Cisco ASR 5000 Series Software=15.0\(935\)
Cisco ASR 5000 Series Software=15.0\(938\)

Event History

Jul 15, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-4273?

CVE-2015-4273 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, potentially impacting session management on affected devices.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-4273?

To mitigate CVE-2015-4273, upgrade the Cisco ASR 5000 software to the latest available version beyond 15.0(938).

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2015-4273?

CVE-2015-4273 affects Cisco ASR 5000 devices running versions 15.0(912), 15.0(935), and 15.0(938).

4

Can CVE-2015-4273 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-4273 can be exploited remotely by attackers through malformed IP packet fields.

5

What is the potential impact of CVE-2015-4273?

The potential impact of CVE-2015-4273 is a denial of service condition that may lead to a session manager outage on the affected Cisco devices.

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