CVE-2018-0209: Buffer Overflow
A vulnerability in the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem communication channel through the Cisco 550X Series Stackable Managed Switches could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause the device to reload unexpectedly, causing a denial of service (DoS) condition. The device nay need to be manually reloaded to recover. The vulnerability is due to lack of proper input throttling of ingress SNMP traffic over an internal interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted, heavy stream of SNMP traffic to the targeted device. An exploit could allow the attacker to cause the device to reload unexpectedly, causing a DoS condition. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvg22135.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0209?
CVE-2018-0209 is a vulnerability in the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem communication channel through the Cisco 550X Series Stackable Managed Switches.
How does CVE-2018-0209 affect the Cisco 550X Series Stackable Managed Switches?
CVE-2018-0209 could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause the device to reload unexpectedly, causing a denial of service (DoS) condition.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0209?
CVE-2018-0209 has a severity rating of 7.7 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2018-0209?
To fix CVE-2018-0209, Cisco recommends updating the firmware of the affected Cisco 550X Series Stackable Managed Switches to the latest version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-0209?
More information about CVE-2018-0209 can be found at the following references: [securityfocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103406) and [Cisco Security Advisory](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180307-550x).