CVE-2017-6625

Name: CVE-2017-6625
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-03T21:59:00.23+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.82%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6625 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A "Cisco Firepower Threat Defense 6.0.0 through 6.2.2 and Cisco ASA with FirePOWER Module Denial of Service" vulnerability in the access control policy of Cisco Firepower System Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected system to stop inspecting and processing packets, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. The vulnerability is due to improper SSL policy handling by the affected software when packets are passed through the sensing interfaces of an affected system. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A "Cisco Firepower Threat Defense 6.0.0 through 6.2.2 and Cisco ASA with FirePOWER Module Denial of Service" vulnerability in the access control policy of Cisco Firepower System Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected system to stop inspecting and processing packets, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. The vulnerability is due to improper SSL policy handling by the affected software when packets are passed through the sensing interfaces of an affected system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted packets through a targeted system. This vulnerability affects Cisco Firepower System Software that is configured with the SSL policy feature. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvc84361.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.82%

76.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.0.0
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.0.1
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.1.0
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.1.0.2
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.2.0
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.2.1
Cisco	Firepower Threat Defense	6.2.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98292Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038397Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170503-ftdVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98292Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038397Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170503-ftdVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 3, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6625?

How severe is CVE-2017-6625?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6625 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6625?

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