CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-0678

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The virtualization layer in Cisco ASA FirePOWER Software before version 5.3.1.2 and 5.4.x before version 5.4.0.1, as well as ASA Context-Aware (CX) Software before version 9.3.2.1-9, is vulnerable to denial of service attacks. Remote attackers can cause device reloads by rapidly sending crafted packets to the management interface.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can disrupt device operation, leading to service availability interruptions. This can impact the organization's operational continuity and reputation.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the software to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring traffic to the management interface for potential attacks is advisable.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The virtualization layer in Cisco ASA FirePOWER Software before 5.3.1.2 and 5.4.x before 5.4.0.1 and ASA Context-Aware (CX) Software before 9.3.2.1-9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) by rapidly sending crafted packets to the management interface, aka Bug IDs CSCus11007 and CSCun56954.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS