Vulnerability Description
The DHCPv6 server in Cisco IOS on ASR 9000 devices with software 5.2.0 Base allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process reset) via crafted packets, aka Bug ID CSCun72171.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Ios Xr | 5.2.0_base |
| Cisco | Asr 9001 | - |
| Cisco | Asr 9006 | - |
| Cisco | Asr 9010 | - |
| Cisco | Asr 9904 | - |
| Cisco | Asr 9912 | - |
| Cisco | Asr 9922 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=41101Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033623Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=41101Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033623Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-6301?
CVE-2015-6301 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The DHCPv6 server in Cisco IOS on ASR 9000 devices with software 5.2.0 Base allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process reset) via crafted packets, aka Bug ID CSCun72171.
How severe is CVE-2015-6301?
CVE-2015-6301 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-6301?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Ios Xr, Cisco Asr 9001, Cisco Asr 9006, Cisco Asr 9010, Cisco Asr 9904.