CVE-2016-6438: Medium severity cisco ios xe vulnerability
A vulnerability in Cisco IOS XE Software running on Cisco cBR-8 Converged Broadband Routers could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a configuration integrity change to the vty line configuration on an affected device. This vulnerability affects the following releases of Cisco IOS XE Software running on Cisco cBR-8 Converged Broadband Routers: All 3.16S releases, All 3.17S releases, Release 3.18.0S, Release 3.18.1S, Release 3.18.0SP. More Information: CSCuz62815. Known Affected Releases: 15.5(3)S2.9, 15.6(2)SP. Known Fixed Releases: 15.6(1.7)SP1, 16.4(0.183), 16.5(0.1).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6438?
CVE-2016-6438 has been assigned a Cisco severity rating of 'High'.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6438?
To mitigate CVE-2016-6438, upgrade your Cisco IOS XE software to the latest version specified in the advisory.
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-6438?
CVE-2016-6438 impacts Cisco cBR-8 Converged Broadband Routers running specific versions of Cisco IOS XE software.
Can CVE-2016-6438 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6438 can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker.
What type of impact does CVE-2016-6438 have on affected devices?
CVE-2016-6438 may cause unauthorized changes to the vty line configuration on affected Cisco devices.