CVE-2019-12629 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2019-12629, a vulnerability in Cisco SD-WAN Solution allowing remote attackers to execute unauthorized commands. Find mitigation steps and patching details.
Cisco SD-WAN vManage Command Injection Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2019-12629
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the WebUI of the Cisco SD-WAN Solution that could allow a remote attacker with authenticated access to inject and execute unauthorized commands on the system.
What is CVE-2019-12629?
The vulnerability stems from inadequate validation of data parameters in specific fields within the affected Cisco SD-WAN Solution. By manipulating the login page with a deceptive username, an attacker could gain unauthorized access and execute commands with vmanage user privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2019-12629
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 4.7, indicating a medium severity level. If successfully exploited, an attacker could execute unauthorized commands on the affected system with the privileges of a vmanage user.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-12629
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated remote attacker to inject and execute arbitrary commands on the affected system using vmanage user privileges due to insufficient input validation of data parameters.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Cisco SD-WAN Solution
- Vendor: Cisco
- Version: Unspecified
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker gains authenticated access to the system
- Manipulates the login page with a deceptive username
- Executes unauthorized commands with vmanage user privileges
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict access to the WebUI to authorized personnel only
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems
- Conduct security training for employees to recognize social engineering attacks
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches
Patching and Updates
Cisco has released patches to address this vulnerability. Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest security fixes.