Multiple vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS versions 12.4 through 15.6 allow remote attackers to cause denial of service (DoS) by sending manipulated CIP packets. Learn about the impact, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
Cisco IOS versions 12.4 through 15.6 are affected by security flaws in the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) feature, potentially leading to denial of service (DoS) attacks.
Understanding CVE-2017-12234
Multiple vulnerabilities in the CIP feature of Cisco IOS versions 12.4 through 15.6 could allow unauthorized attackers to remotely force devices to reboot, causing DoS situations.
What is CVE-2017-12234?
The vulnerabilities in the CIP feature of Cisco IOS versions 12.4 through 15.6 allow attackers to send manipulated CIP packets to targeted devices, triggering device reloads and DoS conditions.
The Impact of CVE-2017-12234
Technical Details of CVE-2017-12234
The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability and its implications:
Vulnerability Description
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2017-12234, consider the following mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates