CVE-2016-8203

Name: CVE-2016-8203
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-31T21:59:00.207+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.84%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8203 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A memory corruption in the IPsec code path of Brocade NetIron OS on Brocade MLXs 5.8.00 through 5.8.00e, 5.9.00 through 5.9.00bd, 6.0.00, and 6.0.00a images could allow attackers to cause a denial of service (line card reset) via certain constructed IPsec control packets.. EPSS estimates a 1.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A memory corruption in the IPsec code path of Brocade NetIron OS on Brocade MLXs 5.8.00 through 5.8.00e, 5.9.00 through 5.9.00bd, 6.0.00, and 6.0.00a images could allow attackers to cause a denial of service (line card reset) via certain constructed IPsec control packets.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.84%

76.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Brocade	Netiron Os	<= 5.8.00e
Brocade	Netiron Os	<= 5.9.00bd
Brocade	Netiron Os	6.0.00
Brocade	Netiron Os	6.0.00a

References

http://www.brocade.com/en/backend-content/pdf-page.html?/content/dam/common/documents/content-types/security-bulletin/brocade-security-advisory-2016-168.pdfVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94232Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037010
http://www.brocade.com/en/backend-content/pdf-page.html?/content/dam/common/documents/content-types/security-bulletin/brocade-security-advisory-2016-168.pdfVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94232Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037010

Timeline

Published: Oct 31, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8203?

How severe is CVE-2016-8203?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8203 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8203?

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