CVE-2018-15454: Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software Denial of Service Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) inspection engine of Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected device to reload or trigger high CPU, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of SIP traffic. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending SIP requests designed to specifically trigger this issue at a high rate across an affected device. Software updates that address this vulnerability are not yet available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15454?
CVE-2018-15454 is rated as high severity due to its potential to allow remote attackers to cause a reload or high CPU usage on affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15454?
To fix CVE-2018-15454, update your Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance or Firepower Threat Defense software to the latest recommended versions.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-15454?
CVE-2018-15454 affects specific versions of Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance and Firepower Threat Defense software.
Can CVE-2018-15454 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-15454 can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.
What impact does CVE-2018-15454 have on network operations?
CVE-2018-15454 can cause affected devices to reload or experience high CPU usage, potentially disrupting network operations.