CVE-2016-2783: Critical severity Avaya Vsp Operating System Software vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2017
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Updated

Avaya Fabric Connect Virtual Services Platform (VSP) Operating System Software (VOSS) before 4.2.3.0 and 5.x before 5.0.1.0 does not properly handle VLAN and I-SIS indexes, which allows remote attackers to obtain unauthorized access via crafted Ethernet frames.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Avaya Vsp Operating System Software<=4.2.2.0
Avaya Vsp Operating System Software=5.0.0.0

Event History

Jan 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 12, 58332
Event
04:41 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2783?

CVE-2016-2783 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized access through crafted Ethernet frames.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2783?

To fix CVE-2016-2783, update the Avaya Fabric Connect Virtual Services Platform Operating System Software to version 4.2.3.0 or later, or 5.0.1.0 or later.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2016-2783?

CVE-2016-2783 affects the Avaya Fabric Connect Virtual Services Platform Operating System Software versions prior to 4.2.3.0 and 5.0.1.0.

4

What vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-2783 exploit?

CVE-2016-2783 exploits improper handling of VLAN and I-SIS indexes to allow remote attackers unauthorized access.

5

Who can be impacted by CVE-2016-2783?

Organizations using vulnerable versions of Avaya VSP Operating System Software can be impacted by CVE-2016-2783.

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