CVE-2016-6361

Name: CVE-2016-6361
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-08-22T10:59:10.043+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.12%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6361 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Aggregated MAC Protocol Data Unit (AMPDU) implementation on Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 devices with software before 8.2.121.0 and 8.3.x before 8.3.102.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted AMPDU header, aka Bug ID CSCuz56288.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Aggregated MAC Protocol Data Unit (AMPDU) implementation on Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 devices with software before 8.2.121.0 and 8.3.x before 8.3.102.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted AMPDU header, aka Bug ID CSCuz56288.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.12%

62.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.1\(15.14\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.1\(112.3\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.1\(112.4\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.1\(131.0\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.2\(100.0\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.2\(102.43\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point Software	8.3.0

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20160817-aapVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92508Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036648Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20160817-aapVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92508Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036648Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6361?

How severe is CVE-2016-6361?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6361 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6361?

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-2016-6361?

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Source: NVD / NIST