CVE-2019-11943 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability allowing for remote code execution has been discovered in versions of HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT that are earlier than 7.3 E0506P09.

Understanding CVE-2019-11943

A remote code execution vulnerability was identified in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT earlier than version 7.3 E0506P09.

What is CVE-2019-11943?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT that allows remote code execution.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11943

The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to remotely execute code on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11943

The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

A remote code execution flaw exists in versions of HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT prior to 7.3 E0506P09.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT
Versions Affected: 7.3 E0506P09 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems, posing a significant security risk.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-11943, the following steps are recommended:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT to version 7.3 E0506P09 or later.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor for security updates and patches from HPE.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by HPE promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.