CVE-2017-3860: Buffer Overflow
Multiple vulnerabilities in the EnergyWise module of Cisco IOS (12.2 and 15.0 through 15.6) and Cisco IOS XE (3.2 through 3.18) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a buffer overflow condition or a reload of an affected device, leading to a denial of service (DoS) condition. These vulnerabilities are due to improper parsing of crafted EnergyWise packets destined to an affected device. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by sending crafted EnergyWise packets to be processed by an affected device. An exploit could allow the attacker to cause a buffer overflow condition or a reload of the affected device, leading to a DoS condition. Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software support EnergyWise for IPv4 communication. Only IPv4 packets destined to a device configured as an EnergyWise domain member can trigger these vulnerabilities. IPv6 packets cannot be used to trigger these vulnerabilities. Cisco Bug ID CSCur29331.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Limit/permit EnergyWise (IPv4) traffic only from required sources, because only IPv4 packets destined to a device configured as an EnergyWise domain member can trigger the EnergyWise vulnerabilities.
- Compensating control
Do not use or permit EnergyWise over IPv6 for exposure, since IPv6 packets cannot be used to trigger these vulnerabilities.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3860?
The severity of CVE-2017-3860 is classified as high with a score of 8.6.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3860?
To fix CVE-2017-3860, upgrade your device to a version of Cisco IOS or IOS XE that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2017-3860?
CVE-2017-3860 affects multiple versions of Cisco IOS (12.2, 15.0 to 15.6) and Cisco IOS XE (3.2 through 3.18).
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2017-3860 contain?
CVE-2017-3860 includes multiple vulnerabilities that may allow unauthenticated, remote attackers to cause a buffer overflow or reload the affected device.
What potential impact does CVE-2017-3860 have on systems?
The potential impact of CVE-2017-3860 is a denial of service (DoS) condition on affected devices.