CVE-2018-0156Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software Smart Install Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

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2022-03-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2018-0156
Project:
Cisco
Product:
IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software
Date Added:
2022-03-03
Due Date:
2022-03-17
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software Smart Install Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the Smart Install feature of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to trigger a reload of an affected device, resulting in a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

Related Weaknesses