CVE-2012-5445
Overview
CVE-2012-5445 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting cisco skinny_client_control_protocol_software. It was published on December 28, 2012.
Technical Description
The kernel in Cisco Native Unix (CNU) on Cisco Unified IP Phone 7900 series devices (aka TNP phones) with software before 9.3.1-ES10 does not properly validate unspecified system calls, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory overwrite) via a crafted binary.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update skinny_client_control_protocol_software to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| cisco | skinny_client_control_protocol_software | 0 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5445?
CVE-2012-5445 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting cisco skinny_client_control_protocol_software. It was published on December 28, 2012.
How severe is CVE-2012-5445?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2012-5445?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update skinny_client_control_protocol_software to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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