CVE-2017-6741: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 17, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability in the SNMP implementation of could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause a reload of the affected system or to remotely execute code. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted SNMP packet to the affected device.  The vulnerability is due to a buffer overflow in the affected code area. The vulnerability affects all versions of SNMP (versions 1, 2c, and 3). The attacker must know the SNMP read only community string (SNMP version 2c or earlier) or the user credentials (SNMPv3). An exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code and obtain full control of the system or to cause a reload of the affected system. Only traffic directed to the affected system can be used to exploit this vulnerability.

Other sources

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem of Cisco IOS 12.0 through 12.4 and 15.0 through 15.6 and IOS XE 2.2 through 3.17 contains multiple vulnerabilities that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to remotely execute code on an affected system or cause an affected system to reload. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by sending a crafted SNMP packet to an affected system via IPv4 or IPv6. Only traffic directed to an affected system can be used to exploit these vulnerabilities. The vulnerabilities are due to a buffer overflow condition in the SNMP subsystem of the affected software. The vulnerabilities affect all versions of SNMP: Versions 1, 2c, and 3. To exploit these vulnerabilities via SNMP Version 2c or earlier, the attacker must know the SNMP read-only community string for the affected system. To exploit these vulnerabilities via SNMP Version 3, the attacker must have user credentials for the affected system. All devices that have enabled SNMP and have not explicitly excluded the affected MIBs or OIDs should be considered vulnerable. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve66658.

Affected Software

112 affected components
Cisco IOS XE=2.2.0
Cisco IOS XE=2.2.1
Cisco IOS XE=2.2.2
Cisco IOS XE=2.2.3
Cisco IOS XE=2.3.0
Cisco IOS XE=2.3.1
Cisco IOS XE=2.3.1t
Cisco IOS XE=2.3.2
Cisco IOS XE=2.4.0
Cisco IOS XE=2.4.1
Cisco IOS XE=2.4.2
Cisco IOS XE=2.4.3
Cisco IOS XE=2.5.0
Cisco IOS XE=2.5.1
Cisco IOS XE=2.6.0
Cisco IOS XE=2.6.1
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.3as
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.4as
Cisco IOS XE=3.1.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.0se
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.0se
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.0as
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.5s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.6s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.4as
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.5s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.6s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.7s
Cisco IOS XE=3.8.0ex
Cisco IOS XE=3.8.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.8.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.8.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.9.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.9.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.9.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.1xbs
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.2ts
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.5s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.6s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.7s
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.8as
Cisco IOS XE=3.10.8s
Cisco IOS XE=3.11.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.11.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.11.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.11.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.11.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.12.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.12.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.12.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.12.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.12.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.0as
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.5s
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.6as
Cisco IOS XE=3.13.6s
Cisco IOS XE=3.14.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.14.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.14.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.14.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.14.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.1cs
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.15.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.0cs
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.4bs
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.16.5s
Cisco IOS XE=3.17.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.17.1s

Event History

Jul 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6741?

CVE-2017-6741 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution by authenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6741?

To fix CVE-2017-6741, update your Cisco IOS or IOS XE software to the latest fixed version as recommended by Cisco.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-6741?

CVE-2017-6741 affects various versions of Cisco IOS from 12.0 to 15.6 and Cisco IOS XE from 2.2 to 3.17.

4

Can CVE-2017-6741 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-6741 can be exploited by an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

5

What should I do if I cannot update to a fixed version for CVE-2017-6741?

If you cannot update, consider implementing additional security measures such as network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure.

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