Vulnerability Description
Cisco NX-OS 5.2 and 6.1 on Nexus 7000 series switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash or packet loss) via a large number of ARP packets, aka Bug ID CSCtr44822.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Nx-Os | 5.2 |
| Cisco | Nexus 7000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 7000 10-Slot | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 7000 18-Slot | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 7000 9-Slot | - |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50671
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/datacenter/sw/5_x/nx-os/release/notes/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55600
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50671
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/datacenter/sw/5_x/nx-os/release/notes/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55600
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3051?
CVE-2012-3051 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Cisco NX-OS 5.2 and 6.1 on Nexus 7000 series switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash or packet loss) via a large number of ARP packets, aka Bug ID CSCtr44822.
How severe is CVE-2012-3051?
CVE-2012-3051 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3051?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os, Cisco Nexus 7000, Cisco Nexus 7000 10-Slot, Cisco Nexus 7000 18-Slot, Cisco Nexus 7000 9-Slot.