7.5
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-6358: Input Validation

First published: Fri Oct 28 2016(Updated: )

A vulnerability in local FTP to the Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a partial denial of service (DoS) condition when the FTP application unexpectedly quits. More Information: CSCux68539. Known Affected Releases: 9.1.0-032 9.7.1-000. Known Fixed Releases: 9.1.1-038.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.7.1-066
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.7.2-046
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.7.2-047
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.7.2-054
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.9.6-026
Cisco Email Security Appliance Firmware=9.9_base

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-6358?

    CVE-2016-6358 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-6358?

    To fix CVE-2016-6358, upgrade your Cisco Email Security Appliance to a version not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What causes CVE-2016-6358?

    CVE-2016-6358 is caused by a flaw in the FTP application on the Cisco Email Security Appliance that can lead to unexpected application quits.

  • Which Cisco Email Security Appliance versions are affected by CVE-2016-6358?

    CVE-2016-6358 affects specific versions including 9.1.0-032, 9.7.1-000, and others listed in the vulnerability details.

  • Can CVE-2016-6358 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-6358 can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker.

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