high
7.8
CWE
399
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-1368

First published: Thu May 05 2016(Updated: )

Cisco FirePOWER System Software 5.3.x through 5.3.0.6 and 5.4.x through 5.4.0.3 on FirePOWER 7000 and 8000 appliances, and on the Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for Networks component on these appliances, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (packet-processing outage) via crafted packets, aka Bug ID CSCuu86214.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.1
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.2
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.3
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.4
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.5
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.6
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.2.0.8
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.1
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.2
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.3
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.4
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.5
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.6
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.0.7
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.1
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.2
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.3
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.4
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.5
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.6
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.3.1.7
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.4.0
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.4.0.1
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.4.0.2
Cisco FireSIGHT System Software=5.4.0.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-1368?

    CVE-2016-1368 has been assigned a base CVSS score indicating that it poses a moderate risk due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-1368?

    To mitigate CVE-2016-1368, update the Cisco FirePOWER System Software to a fixed version provided by Cisco.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-1368?

    CVE-2016-1368 affects Cisco FirePOWER System Software versions 5.3.x through 5.3.0.6 and 5.4.x through 5.4.0.3.

  • Can CVE-2016-1368 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-1368 can be exploited by remote attackers to disrupt packet processing.

  • What component of Cisco systems is impacted by CVE-2016-1368?

    CVE-2016-1368 impacts the Cisco FirePOWER 7000 and 8000 appliances and the Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for Networks component.

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