CVE-2019-10973 : Security Advisory and Response

Quest KACE, all versions prior to 8.0.x, 8.1.x, and 9.0.x, has a vulnerability that allows unintentional access to the appliance through certain functions in the administrator user interface.

Understanding CVE-2019-10973

Quest KACE is susceptible to improper input validation, leading to unauthorized access to the appliance.

What is CVE-2019-10973?

Quest KACE versions before 8.0.x, 8.1.x, and 9.0.x are prone to a vulnerability that can be exploited to gain unintended access to the appliance.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10973

This vulnerability could result in unauthorized individuals accessing the appliance, potentially compromising sensitive data and system integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10973

Quest KACE's vulnerability stems from improper input validation, allowing unauthorized access to the appliance.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Quest KACE versions prior to 8.0.x, 8.1.x, and 9.0.x enables unauthorized access through troubleshooting tools in the administrator user interface.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Quest KACE
Versions Affected: All versions before 8.0.x, 8.1.x, and 9.0.x

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by leveraging specific functions within the administrator user interface's troubleshooting tools.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-10973, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Quest KACE to version 8.0.x, 8.1.x, or 9.0.x to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict access to the administrator user interface to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit access to the Quest KACE appliance.
Educate users on safe practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Quest KACE to fix the vulnerability.