CVE-2006-3596

UnknownEPSS 1.78%

Last modified

CVE-2006-3596 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The device driver for Intel-based gigabit network adapters in Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) 5.1(1) through 5.1(p1), as installed on various Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 42xx appliances, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic and possibly network outage) via a crafted IP packet.. EPSS estimates a 1.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The device driver for Intel-based gigabit network adapters in Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) 5.1(1) through 5.1(p1), as installed on various Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 42xx appliances, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic and possibly network outage) via a crafted IP packet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.78%

75.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1a\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1b\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1c\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1d\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(1e\)
CiscoIps Sensor Software5.1\(p1\)

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-3596?
The device driver for Intel-based gigabit network adapters in Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) 5.1(1) through 5.1(p1), as installed on various Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 42xx appliances, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic and possibly network outage) via a crafted IP packet.
How severe is CVE-2006-3596?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3596 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3596?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST