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CVE-2016-8209 can crash and reload the management module on affected Brocade NetIron platforms when port 22 is continuously scanned. This is an availability risk for network infrastructure, not a data-theft issue based on the provided sources. Exposure is most likely where affected Brocade management modules have port 22 reachable from scanning systems, management networks, or less-trusted network segments. Treat this as a network availability issue. Prioritize exposed management interfaces on core routing or aggregation devices, especially where automated scanning could unintentionally trigger reloads. Mitigation focus: Identify Brocade NetIron devices running 05.8.00 through 06.1.00.; Check Brocade advisory 2017-315 for vendor-approved fixed releases or workarounds.; Restrict management module port 22 to trusted administrative networks only..
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- https://www.brocade.com/content/dam/common/documents/content-types/security-bulletin/brocade-security-advisory-2017-315.htmCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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