Vulnerability Description
The administrative web interface on the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) platform 4.2 before 4.2.205.0 and 5.x before 5.2.178.0, as used in Cisco 1500 Series, 2000 Series, 2100 Series, 4100 Series, 4200 Series, and 4400 Series Wireless Services Modules (WiSM), WLC Modules for Integrated Services Routers, and Catalyst 3750G Integrated Wireless LAN Controllers, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a malformed response to a (1) HTTP or (2) HTTPS authentication request, aka Bug ID CSCsx03715.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Catalyst 3750G | All versions |
| Cisco | Cisco 1500 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
| Cisco | Cisco 2000 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
| Cisco | Cisco 2100 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
| Cisco | Cisco 4100 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
| Cisco | Cisco 4200 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
| Cisco | Cisco 4400 Wireless Lan Controller | 4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080adb3d7.sPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2021
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080adb3d7.sPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2021
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1164?
CVE-2009-1164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The administrative web interface on the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) platform 4.2 before 4.2.205.0 and 5.x before 5.2.178.0, as used in Cisco 1500 Series, 2000 Series, 2100 Series, 4100 Series,...
How severe is CVE-2009-1164?
CVE-2009-1164 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Catalyst 3750G, Cisco Cisco 1500 Wireless Lan Controller, Cisco Cisco 2000 Wireless Lan Controller, Cisco Cisco 2100 Wireless Lan Controller, Cisco Cisco 4100 Wireless Lan Controller.