CVE-2015-6431

Name: CVE-2015-6431
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-12-23T03:59:00.153+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.74%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6431 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco IOS XE 16.1.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a packet with the 00-00-00-00-00-00 source MAC address, aka Bug ID CSCux48405.. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco IOS XE 16.1.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a packet with the 00-00-00-00-00-00 source MAC address, aka Bug ID CSCux48405.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.74%

49.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Ios Xe	16.1.1

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 23, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6431?

Cisco IOS XE 16.1.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a packet with the 00-00-00-00-00-00 source MAC address, aka Bug ID CSCux48405.

How severe is CVE-2015-6431?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6431 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6431?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2015-6431?

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Source: NVD / NIST