What is the severity of CVE-2015-6258?

CVE-2015-6258 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6258?

To fix CVE-2015-6258, update your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

What are the implications of CVE-2015-6258?

CVE-2015-6258 allows remote attackers to manipulate traffic forwarding, which could lead to data interception or service disruption.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6258?

CVE-2015-6258 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller devices running software version 8.1(104.37).

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6258?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2015-6258 apart from upgrading to a secure version.

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CVE-2015-6258

medium

CWE

22/8/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-6258: Input Validation

First published: Sat Aug 22 2015(Updated: )

The Internet Access Point Protocol (IAPP) module on Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) devices with software 8.1(104.37) allows remote attackers to trigger incorrect traffic forwarding via crafted IPv6 packets, aka Bug ID CSCuv40033.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers	=8.1.104.37

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6258?
To fix CVE-2015-6258, update your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the implications of CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 allows remote attackers to manipulate traffic forwarding, which could lead to data interception or service disruption.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller devices running software version 8.1(104.37).
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6258?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2015-6258 apart from upgrading to a secure version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6258?
To fix CVE-2015-6258, update your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the implications of CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 allows remote attackers to manipulate traffic forwarding, which could lead to data interception or service disruption.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6258?
CVE-2015-6258 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller devices running software version 8.1(104.37).
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6258?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2015-6258 apart from upgrading to a secure version.