Vulnerability Description
The platform-sw component on Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) 5500 series devices with software 8.2 before 8.2(5.3), 8.3 before 8.3(2.20), and 8.4 before 8.4(2.1) does not properly handle non-ASCII characters in an interface description, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (reload without configuration) via a crafted description, aka Bug ID CSCtq50523.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Adaptive Security Appliance Software | 7.0 |
| Cisco | 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/security/asa/asa84/release/notes/asarn84.html
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/security/asa/asa84/release/notes/asarn84.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2060?
CVE-2011-2060 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The platform-sw component on Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) 5500 series devices with software 8.2 before 8.2(5.3), 8.3 before 8.3(2.20), and 8.4 before 8.4(2.1) does not properly handle non-...
How severe is CVE-2011-2060?
CVE-2011-2060 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2060?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software, Cisco 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance.