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CVE-2012-4985: The Forescout CounterACT NAC device 6.3.4.1 does not block ARP and ICMP traffic from unrecognized clients,...

The Forescout CounterACT NAC device 6.3.4.1 does not block ARP and ICMP traffic from unrecognized clients, which allows remote attackers to conduct ARP poisoning attacks via crafted packets.

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This issue affects Forescout CounterACT NAC 6.3.4.1, where unrecognized clients may still send ARP and ICMP traffic. That weakens the NAC control point and could let an attacker attempt ARP poisoning on reachable network segments. Exposure is most plausible where Forescout CounterACT NAC 6.3.4.1 is deployed and unrecognized endpoints can connect to monitored or restricted networks. The sources do not identify other affected products or versions. Treat as a targeted network-access-control weakness, not a confirmed mass-exploitation emergency. Prioritize if CounterACT 6.3.4.1 protects sensitive internal segments or guest/untrusted access networks. Mitigation focus: Inventory CounterACT NAC appliances and identify any running version 6.3.4.1.; Check Forescout vendor guidance or support channels for fixes or configuration changes.; Limit untrusted endpoint access until NAC enforcement behavior is verified..

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