Vulnerability Description
The Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) feature in Cisco IOS 12.3 through 12.4 and 15.0 through 15.2, in certain configurations of enabled categories and missing signatures, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via DNS packets, aka Bug ID CSCtw55976.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Ios | 12.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50777
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55695
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027580
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78882
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50777
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55695
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027580
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78882
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3950?
CVE-2012-3950 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). The Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) feature in Cisco IOS 12.3 through 12.4 and 15.0 through 15.2, in certain configurations of enabled categories and missing signatures, allows remote attackers to c...
How severe is CVE-2012-3950?
CVE-2012-3950 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3950?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Ios.