CWE
940
Advisory Published

cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S: Cisco IOS XR Software Dedicated XML Agent TCP Denial of Service Vulnerability

First published: Wed Sep 11 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the Dedicated XML Agent feature of Cisco IOS XR Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) on XML TCP listen port 38751.This vulnerability is due to a lack of proper error validation of ingress XML packets. An

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS XRv 9000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S?

    The cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S vulnerability is classified as a denial of service (DoS) risk, which can significantly impact system availability.

  • How do I fix cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S?

    To remediate cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S, update the Cisco IOS XR Software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which devices are affected by cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S?

    Cisco IOS XR Software, particularly versions deployed on Cisco IOS XRv 9000, are susceptible to the cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S vulnerability.

  • What type of attack is possible with cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S?

    The cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S vulnerability allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service on the XML TCP listen port 38751.

  • Is authentication required to exploit cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S?

    No, exploitation of the cisco-sa-iosxr-xml-tcpdos-ZEXvrU2S vulnerability does not require authentication, making it particularly dangerous.

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