How severe is CVE-2010-1563?

CVE-2010-1563 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-1563 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-1563?

CVE-2010-1563 primarily affects Cisco Pgw 2200 Softswitch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-1563?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2010-1563 published?

CVE-2010-1563 was published on 2010-05-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-1563

CVE-2010-1563 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Pgw 2200 Softswitch with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Cisco Pgw 2200 Softswitch
Published: 2010-05-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The SIP implementation on the Cisco PGW 2200 Softswitch with software 9.7(3)S before 9.7(3)S9 and 9.7(3)P before 9.7(3)P9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via a malformed header, aka Bug ID CSCsk04588.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1563?: The SIP implementation on the Cisco PGW 2200 Softswitch with software 9.7(3)S before 9.7(3)S9 and 9.7(3)P before 9.7(3)P9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via a malformed header, aka Bug ID CSCsk04588.
How severe is CVE-2010-1563?: CVE-2010-1563 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-1563 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1563?: CVE-2010-1563 primarily affects Cisco Pgw 2200 Softswitch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1563?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-1563 published?: CVE-2010-1563 was published on 2010-05-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:h:cisco:pgw_2200_softswitch:9.7\(3\)p:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:pgw_2200_softswitch:9.7\(3\)s:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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