CVE-2019-13379 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2019-13379, a critical vulnerability in AVTECH Room Alert 3E devices before 2.2.5 allowing unauthorized users to gain administrator access. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
In AVTECH Room Alert 3E devices prior to version 2.2.5, an unauthorized individual who can access the device's web interface has the potential to escalate their privileges from having no authentication to becoming an administrator.
Understanding CVE-2019-13379
What is CVE-2019-13379?
CVE-2019-13379 is a vulnerability found in AVTECH Room Alert 3E devices before version 2.2.5 that allows an attacker to elevate their privileges from an unauthenticated user to an administrator.
The Impact of CVE-2019-13379
The vulnerability enables unauthorized users to gain administrator access through a specific command execution, posing a significant security risk to affected devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-13379
Vulnerability Description
An attacker with access to the device's web interface can execute a specific command, cmd.cgi?action=ResetDefaults&src=RA reset, and utilize default login credentials to escalate privileges.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: AVTECH Room Alert 3E
- Versions affected: Before 2.2.5
Exploitation Mechanism
The attacker can exploit the vulnerability by performing the cmd.cgi?action=ResetDefaults&src=RA reset command and using default login credentials to gain administrator privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade affected devices to version 2.2.5 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Change default login credentials to unique, strong passwords.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update device firmware to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to critical devices.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by AVTECH to address the CVE-2019-13379 vulnerability.