CVE-2017-6624: Medium severity Cisco IOS vulnerability

Published May 3, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability in Cisco IOS 15.5(3)M Software for Cisco CallManager Express (CME) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to make unauthorized phone calls. The vulnerability is due to a configuration restriction in the toll-fraud protections component of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to place unauthorized, long-distance phone calls by using an affected system. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCuy40939.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco IOS=15.5\(3\)m

Event History

May 3, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6624?

CVE-2017-6624 has been identified with a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized phone calls.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6624?

To fix CVE-2017-6624, ensure you update to the latest version of Cisco IOS that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-6624?

CVE-2017-6624 affects users of Cisco IOS 15.5(3)M Software specifically used in Cisco CallManager Express.

4

What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-6624?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-6624 could make unauthorized phone calls due to insufficient toll-fraud protections.

5

Is CVE-2017-6624 an authenticated or unauthenticated vulnerability?

CVE-2017-6624 is an unauthenticated vulnerability, allowing remote attackers to exploit it without credentials.

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