CVE-2018-0179

Known Exploited

Description

Multiple vulnerabilities in the Login Enhancements (Login Block) feature of Cisco IOS Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to trigger a reload of an affected system, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. These vulnerabilities affect Cisco devices that are running Cisco IOS Software Release 15.4(2)T, 15.4(3)M, or 15.4(2)CG and later. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCuy32360, CSCuz60599.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.39% Top 20%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: n/a Cisco IOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180328-slogin vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103556 broken link third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0179?
CVE-2018-0179 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-0179?
To fix CVE-2018-0179, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-0179 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2018-0179 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-0179?
CVE-2018-0179 affects n/a Cisco IOS.
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