CVE-2018-5254
First published: Thu Apr 12 2018(Updated: )
Arista EOS before 4.20.2F allows remote BGP peers to cause a denial of service (Rib agent restart) via a malformed path attribute in an UPDATE message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Arista EOS | <4.20.2f |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Arista EOS vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Arista EOS vulnerability is CVE-2018-5254.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5254?
The severity of CVE-2018-5254 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
What is the affected software for CVE-2018-5254?
The affected software for CVE-2018-5254 is Arista EOS versions up to exclusive 4.20.2F.
How can remote BGP peers exploit CVE-2018-5254?
Remote BGP peers can exploit CVE-2018-5254 by sending a malformed path attribute in an UPDATE message, causing a denial of service (Rib agent restart).
Is there a solution or fix available for CVE-2018-5254?
Yes, Arista has provided a fix for CVE-2018-5254 in Arista EOS version 4.20.2F.
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