CVE-2013-5564: The Java process in the Impact server in Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution (HCS) allows...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a denial-of-service issue in Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution. A remote attacker could crash the Java process in the Impact server by flooding it with TCP packets, disrupting management or operational visibility tied to that server. Exposure is most likely where Cisco Prime Central for HCS Impact server services are reachable over TCP from untrusted or broad internal networks. The source bundle does not provide affected versions, CPEs, or deployment prerequisites. Treat this as an availability risk for environments still running Cisco Prime Central for HCS. Prioritize confirmation of exposure and vendor guidance review, especially if the Impact server is reachable beyond a tightly controlled management network. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco advisory CSCug57345 for affected releases and fixed software.; Restrict Impact server TCP access to trusted management networks.; Apply network rate limiting or filtering where operationally appropriate..

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

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