CVE-2019-15687 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-15687 affecting Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Internet Security, Total Security, and more. Find out how this vulnerability allowed remote access to sensitive system information and steps to mitigate the risk.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Internet Security, Kaspersky Total Security, Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Small Office Security, and Kaspersky Security Cloud up to 2020 had a vulnerability that allowed remote access to sensitive system information.
Understanding CVE-2019-15687
The vulnerability in the web protection feature of various Kaspersky products led to the disclosure of user system details.
What is CVE-2019-15687?
The vulnerability in Kaspersky products up to 2020 allowed remote access to information such as Windows version, product version, and host unique ID, resulting in sensitive data exposure.
The Impact of CVE-2019-15687
The vulnerability enabled unauthorized parties to access and retrieve sensitive information about the user's system, potentially leading to privacy breaches and security risks.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-15687
The technical aspects of the vulnerability in Kaspersky products.
Vulnerability Description
The web protection component of Kaspersky products up to 2020 was susceptible to remote disclosure of various system information, including Windows version, product version, and host unique ID.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products affected: Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Internet Security, Kaspersky Total Security, Kaspersky Free Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Small Office Security, Kaspersky Security Cloud
- Vulnerable versions: Up to 2020
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allowed remote attackers to exploit the web protection feature to access and extract sensitive information about the user's system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-15687.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Kaspersky products to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
- Regularly monitor for security updates and apply them promptly.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to sensitive information.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices and potential security risks.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure all Kaspersky products are updated to versions beyond 2020 to eliminate the vulnerability and enhance system security.