Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the web user interface of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected device to reload. The vulnerability is due to a double-free-in-memory handling by the affected software when specific HTTP requests are processed. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specific HTTP requests to the web user interface of the affected software. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the affected device to reload, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition on an affected device. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have access to the management interface of the affected software, which is typically connected to a restricted management network.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Ios Xe | 16.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105423Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041737Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105423Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041737Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-0469?
CVE-2018-0469 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in the web user interface of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected device to reload. The vulnerability is due to a double-free-in-m...
How severe is CVE-2018-0469?
CVE-2018-0469 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-0469?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Ios Xe.