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Microsoft DOC File Triggers File Policy Rule As msole2 File [RESOLVED]

For example on your Cisco FirePower you might have a policy rule to block the downloading of file types “executable”.  And you attempted to download a Microsoft Word DOC file and it was blocked due to file type of MSOLE2.

Resolution

You will need to update the Vulnerability Database(VDB). This bug is marked as resolved in VDB 290 (Released 28-SEP-2017) so please update your VDB on the FMC above 290.

The VDB updates the fingerprints, detectors, and vulnerability information for applications and operating systems.

Updates here – https://software.cisco.com/download/home/286259687/type/286321931/release/VDB




Duncan

Duncan is a technology professional with over 20 years experience of working in various IT roles. He has a interest in cyber security, and has a wide range of other skills in radio, electronics and telecommunications.

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