Vulnerability Description
The VTY authentication implementation in Cisco IOS XE 03.02.xxSE and 03.03.xxSE incorrectly relies on the Linux-IOS internal-network configuration, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by leveraging access to a 192.168.x.2 source IP address, aka Bug ID CSCuj90227.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Ios Xe | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/101351
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2013-6979Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/64502Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029537Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/89901
- http://osvdb.org/101351
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2013-6979Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/64502Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029537Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/89901
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6979?
CVE-2013-6979 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The VTY authentication implementation in Cisco IOS XE 03.02.xxSE and 03.03.xxSE incorrectly relies on the Linux-IOS internal-network configuration, which allows remote attackers to bypass authenticati...
How severe is CVE-2013-6979?
CVE-2013-6979 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-6979?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Ios Xe.