Access Control List Bypass in Cisco ASR 5000 Series Routers
CVE-2017-6672
7.5HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Cisco
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 25 July 2017
What is CVE-2017-6672?
A vulnerability in the access control list (ACL) filtering mechanisms of Cisco ASR 5000 Series Aggregation Services Routers could allow unauthenticated remote attackers to bypass established ACL rules. This enables potential unauthorized access and manipulation of network traffic, raising significant security concerns for organizations utilizing these devices. Affected versions range up to 21.x, highlighting the necessity for diligent patch management and monitoring of network configurations. For more information, consult the Cisco security advisory and related references.
Affected Version(s)
Cisco ASR 5000 Series Aggregation Services Routers Cisco ASR 5000 Series Aggregation Services Routers