CVE-2016-1287

Buffer overflow in the IKEv1 and IKEv2 implementations in Cisco ASA Software before 8.4(7.30), 8.7 before 8.7(1.18), 9.0 before 9.0(4.38), 9.1 before 9.1(7)โ€ฆ

published February 11, 2016

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
74%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A single crafted UDP packet could unleash chaos! This buffer overflow in Cisco ASA Software opens the door for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash your device! โšก Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who gets in through a side entrance because the main gate is faulty. Once inside, they can mess with the security system or even take control of the whole building! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they choose, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or a device reboot that disrupts your network. It's like handing over the keys to your security system, with all the risks that come with it!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who gets in through a side entrance because the main gate is faulty. Once inside, they can mess with the security system or even take control of the whole building! This vulnerability is rooted in a buffer overflow within the IKEv1 and IKEv2 implementations of Cisco ASA Software. By sending specially crafted UDP packets, an attacker can manipulate the memory allocation, leading to arbitrary code execution or a denial of service condition.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they choose, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or a device reboot that disrupts your network. It's like handing over the keys to your security system, with all the risks that come with it! Update your Cisco ASA Software to versions 8.4(7.30), 8.7(1.18), or newer, and ensure that all devices are patched to at least version 9.5(2.2). Regularly review your network configuration and monitor for unusual traffic patterns. You can absolutely tackle this! Following these steps will help secure your systems and keep your network safe. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.74219 ยท 99.5th percentile
Published
2016-02-11T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 03:12Z
    EPSS moved 75% โ†’ 49%
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  • 06 SEP 03:09Z
    EPSS moved 77% โ†’ 53%
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  • 30 AUG 15:31Z
    EPSS moved 53% โ†’ 77%
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  • 29 AUG 04:09Z
    EPSS moved 77% โ†’ 53%
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  • 11 FEB 18:00Z
    Buffer overflow in the IKEv1 and IKEv2 implementations in Cisco ASA Software before 8.4(7.30), 8.7 before 8.7(1.18), 9.0 before 9.0(4.38), 9.1 before 9.1(7)โ€ฆ
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