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CVE-2015-4197: Cisco NX-OS 5.2(5) on Nexus 7000 devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash...

Cisco NX-OS 5.2(5) on Nexus 7000 devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) by sending a malformed LLDP packet on the local network, aka Bug ID CSCud89415.

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This vulnerability can make certain Cisco Nexus 7000 switches crash when they receive malformed LLDP traffic from the local network. The practical risk is network disruption, not data theft. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring, confirmed exploitation, or detailed fix information. Exposure is most likely on internal Layer 2 network segments where Nexus 7000 devices running NX-OS 5.2(5) process LLDP traffic. Internet-facing exposure is not indicated by the sources. Treat as a network availability risk. Prioritize if Nexus 7000 switches support critical sites, data centers, or shared services, because a crash could interrupt business operations. Mitigation focus: Inventory Nexus 7000 devices and identify any running NX-OS 5.2(5).; Review Cisco advisory 39421 for fixed releases or vendor-approved workarounds.; Assess whether LLDP exposure is necessary on affected local network segments..

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