CVE-2016-6409
First published: Sat Sep 24 2016(Updated: )
The Data in Motion (DMo) component in Cisco IOS 15.6(1)T and IOS XE, when the IOx feature set is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds access) via crafted traffic, aka Bug ID CSCuy54015.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Puppet Cisco IOS | =15.6\(1\)t |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6409?
CVE-2016-6409 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service due to out-of-bounds access.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6409?
To address CVE-2016-6409, upgrade your Cisco IOS to a patched version or disable the IOx feature set.
What causes CVE-2016-6409?
CVE-2016-6409 is caused by crafted traffic sent to the Data in Motion component in affected Cisco IOS versions.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6409?
Users running Cisco IOS 15.6(1)T with the IOx feature set enabled are affected by CVE-2016-6409.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-6409?
CVE-2016-6409 can be exploited through remote attacks that send specially crafted traffic.
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