7.5
CWE
754
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-8209

First published: Mon May 08 2017(Updated: )

Improper checks for unusual or exceptional conditions in Brocade NetIron 05.8.00 and later releases up to and including 06.1.00, when the Management Module is continuously scanned on port 22, may allow attackers to cause a denial of service (crash and reload) of the management module.

Credit: sirt@brocade.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Brocade Netiron MLX Series Firmware
Brocade NetIron OS
Brocade NetIron OS
Brocade NetIron OS
Brocade NetIron OS
Brocade Netiron Cer Series Firmware
Brocade NetIron CER 2024c-4x-rt
Brocade Netiron Cer 2024f-4x-rt
Brocade NetIron Cer
Brocade Netiron CER 2048FX-RT
Brocade Netiron Ces Series Firmware
Brocade NetIron CES 2024c-4x
Brocade NetIron CES 2024F-4X
Brocade NetIron CES 2048FX
Brocade Netiron XMR Series Firmware
Brocade NetIron XMR 16000
Brocade NetIron XMR 32000
Brocade NetIron XMR 4000
Brocade NetIron XMR 8000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-8209?

    CVE-2016-8209 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service on the affected management module.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-8209?

    To fix CVE-2016-8209, upgrade your Brocade NetIron firmware to a version that is not affected, specifically above 06.1.00.

  • What types of devices are affected by CVE-2016-8209?

    CVE-2016-8209 affects various models of Brocade NetIron devices running firmware versions 05.8.00 to 06.1.00.

  • Can CVE-2016-8209 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-8209 can be exploited remotely if an attacker continuously scans the management module on port 22.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2016-8209 exploitation?

    Exploitation of CVE-2016-8209 can lead to the crash and reload of the management module, causing service interruptions.

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