Vulnerability Description
Memory leak in libcmd in Cisco NX-OS 5.0 on Nexus switches allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via SNMP requests, aka Bug ID CSCtr65682.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Nx-Os | 5.0 |
| Cisco | Nexus 2148T Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2224Tp Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2232Pp Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2232Tm Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2248Tp E Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2248Tp Fex Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5010P Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5020P Switch | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5548P | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5548Up | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5596Up | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/datacenter/nexus5000/sw/release/notes/R
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/datacenter/nexus5000/sw/release/notes/R
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4023?
CVE-2011-4023 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Memory leak in libcmd in Cisco NX-OS 5.0 on Nexus switches allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via SNMP requests, aka Bug ID CSCtr65682.
How severe is CVE-2011-4023?
CVE-2011-4023 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-2011-4023?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os, Cisco Nexus 2148T Fex Switch, Cisco Nexus 2224Tp Fex Switch, Cisco Nexus 2232Pp Fex Switch, Cisco Nexus 2232Tm Fex Switch.