CVE-2018-5255
UnknownEPSS 1.07%
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CVE-2018-5255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Mlag agent in Arista EOS 4.19 before 4.19.4M and 4.20 before 4.20.2F allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (agent restart) via crafted UDP packets.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Mlag agent in Arista EOS 4.19 before 4.19.4M and 4.20 before 4.20.2F allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (agent restart) via crafted UDP packets.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arista | Eos | >= 4.19, < 4.19.4m |
| Arista | Eos | >= 4.20, < 4.20.2f |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5255?
The Mlag agent in Arista EOS 4.19 before 4.19.4M and 4.20 before 4.20.2F allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (agent restart) via crafted UDP packets.
How severe is CVE-2018-5255?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5255?
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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