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CVE-2013-1218: Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Software in ASA 5500-X IPS-SSP software modules before 7.1(7)sp1E4...

Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Software in ASA 5500-X IPS-SSP software modules before 7.1(7)sp1E4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Analysis Engine process hang or device reload) via fragmented (1) IPv4 or (2) IPv6 packets, aka Bug ID CSCue51272.

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This vulnerability can make a Cisco IPS module in an ASA 5500-X firewall stop analyzing traffic or reload when it receives certain fragmented IPv4 or IPv6 packets. The business impact is service disruption and reduced network inspection, not data theft based on the provided sources. Exposure is limited to organizations still running affected Cisco ASA 5500-X IPS-SSP modules with Cisco IPS Software older than 7.1(7)sp1E4. Devices processing untrusted network traffic are most relevant. Treat as a targeted availability risk for legacy Cisco IPS deployments. It deserves planned remediation where affected modules remain in use, especially on perimeter or inline inspection paths, but the provided evidence does not support emergency active-exploitation handling. Mitigation focus: Check Cisco advisory guidance for the exact fixed release path.; Upgrade affected IPS-SSP modules to 7.1(7)sp1E4 or a later vendor-supported release.; Prioritize inline or internet-facing inspection paths first..

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