CVE-2015-4291
First published: Sat Aug 01 2015(Updated: )
Cisco IOS XE 2.x before 2.4.3 and 2.5.x before 2.5.1 on ASR 1000 devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Embedded Services Processor crash) via a crafted series of fragmented (1) IPv4 or (2) IPv6 packets, aka Bug ID CSCtd72617.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.1.0 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.1.1 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.1.2 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.2.1 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.2.2 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.2.3 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.3.0 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.3.0t | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.3.1t | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.3.2 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.4.0 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.4.1 | |
| Cisco IOS XE Web UI | =2.5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4291?
CVE-2015-4291 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4291?
To fix CVE-2015-4291, you should upgrade your Cisco IOS XE software to version 2.4.3 or later for 2.x versions and 2.5.1 or later for 2.5.x versions.
What devices are affected by CVE-2015-4291?
CVE-2015-4291 affects ASR 1000 devices running vulnerable versions of Cisco IOS XE.
Can CVE-2015-4291 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-4291 can be exploited remotely using crafted fragmented IPv4 or IPv6 packets.
What are the consequences of CVE-2015-4291 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2015-4291 can lead to the crash of the Embedded Services Processor, causing denial of service.
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