CVE-2013-5552: Cisco IOS 12.4(24)MDB9 and earlier on Content Services Gateway (CSG) devices does not properly implement th...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Cisco Content Services Gateway devices running Cisco IOS 12.4(24)MDB9 or earlier. A flaw in the parse error drop feature could let a remote attacker bypass intended access restrictions. Treat it as an exposure-control problem where CSG devices enforce traffic policy. Likely exposure is limited to Cisco Content Services Gateway deployments running Cisco IOS 12.4(24)MDB9 or earlier. Risk is higher where those devices protect sensitive services or enforce customer, subscriber, or perimeter access controls. The source bundle lacks detailed CPE data. Prioritize inventory and vendor-guided remediation if CSG devices are still in service. Business urgency depends on whether these devices enforce access to sensitive systems, since the reported impact is bypass of intended restrictions. Mitigation focus: Inventory Cisco Content Services Gateway devices and record IOS versions.; Check Cisco’s advisory for fixed releases or official mitigation guidance.; Prioritize remediation for internet-facing or policy-enforcing CSG deployments..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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