CVE-2015-6256

Name: CVE-2015-6256
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-22T17:59:01.41+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.46%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6256 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco ASR 5000 devices with software 19.0.M0.60828 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (OSPF process restart) via crafted length fields in headers of OSPF packets, aka Bug ID CSCuv62820.. EPSS estimates a 1.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco ASR 5000 devices with software 19.0.M0.60828 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (OSPF process restart) via crafted length fields in headers of OSPF packets, aka Bug ID CSCuv62820.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.46%

70.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Asr 5000 Series Software	19.0.m0.60828

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=40585Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033355Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=40585Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033355Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6256?

How severe is CVE-2015-6256?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6256 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6256?

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