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CVE-2024-20311: High Vulnerability in Cisco IOS and IOS XE

A high-severity vulnerability in Cisco's IOS and IOS XE software could allow unauthenticated remote attackers to cause device reloads, leading to denial of service. Immediate patching is advised.

HIGHCVSS 8.6 · Published March 27, 2024

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A vulnerability in the Locator ID Separation Protocol (LISP) feature of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected device to reload. This vulnerability is due to the incorrect handling of LISP packets. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted LISP packet to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the device to reload, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. Note: This vulnerability could be exploited over either IPv4 or IPv6 transport.

The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 8.6, indicating a high severity level. The potential for exploitation highlights a significant risk to organizations that rely on the affected Cisco software versions. Organizations should prioritize patching immediately.

Given the nature of the vulnerability, it is crucial for network administrators to be vigilant about their systems and apply necessary patches as soon as they become available.

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