CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-6366

First published: Fri Nov 13 2015(Updated: )

Cisco IOS 15.2(04)M6 and 15.4(03)S lets physical-interface ACLs supersede tunnel-interface ACLs, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended network-traffic restrictions in opportunistic circumstances by using a tunnel, aka Bug ID CSCur01042.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS=15.2\(4\)m6
Cisco IOS=15.4\(3\)s

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-6366?

    The severity of CVE-2015-6366 is considered to be high due to the potential for remote attackers to bypass network traffic restrictions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-6366?

    To fix CVE-2015-6366, you should upgrade to a Cisco IOS version that is not affected, such as the latest recommended stable release.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2015-6366?

    CVE-2015-6366 affects Cisco IOS versions 15.2(04)M6 and 15.4(03)S.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2015-6366 for network security?

    The implications of CVE-2015-6366 include the possibility for attackers to exploit tunneling techniques to evade access control lists, leading to unauthorized access.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6366?

    While upgrading is recommended, one potential workaround is to review and tighten existing ACL rules to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

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