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SRN-2021-006 - VOSS 8.4.2.0 software removed from Extreme Networks Portal
- Article Type:
- Field Notice
- Article Number:
- 000100083
- Last Modified:
- 11/8/2021
Notice Summary
Software Recall Notification (SRN): |
Background
VOSS release 8.4.2.0 has a defect where networks could be impacted due to an unintentional network loop that can’t be detected and remedied automatically. |
Impact
If a network loop occurs, it could result in network downtime and significant business impact. |
Products Affected
• 5520 • 5420 • VSP 4000 • VSP 4900 • VSP 7200 • VSP 7400 • VSP 8200 • VSP 8400 • XA 1400 |
Software Affected
VOSS 8.4.2.0 |
Symptoms
The network loop could potentially be triggered by DHCP requests ingressing on auto-sense or EAP enabled ports. The switches will start flooding DHCP packets unintentionally. |
Workaround
N/A |
Solution
To avoid potential network outages it is recommended to use 8.4.2.1 instead. |