Remote Denial of Service Vulnerability in Cisco VPN 3000 Series Concentrator
CVE-2005-0943
Currently unrated
Key Information:
- Vendor
Cisco
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 30 March 2005
What is CVE-2005-0943?
A vulnerability exists in the Cisco VPN 3000 Series Concentrator, specifically in firmware versions 4.1.7.A and earlier, that allows remote attackers to effectively disrupt service. By sending a crafted HTTPS packet, an attacker can trigger a denial of service, resulting in either a device reload or the dropping of user connections. This flaw poses significant risks to network stability and user accessibility, making it critical for organizations relying on this equipment to take immediate action to secure their environments.