Learn about CVE-2019-1610, a vulnerability in Cisco NX-OS Software allowing local attackers to execute arbitrary commands. Find mitigation steps and impacted systems here.
Cisco NX-OS Software CLI Command Injection Vulnerability (CVE-2019-1610) was published on March 6, 2019. The vulnerability allows a local attacker with authenticated access to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of affected devices.
Understanding CVE-2019-1610
This CVE involves a flaw in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software that permits attackers to execute unauthorized commands.
What is CVE-2019-1610?
The vulnerability in Cisco NX-OS Software allows local attackers with authenticated access to run arbitrary commands on the device's operating system by exploiting insufficient validation of CLI command arguments.
The Impact of CVE-2019-1610
Successful exploitation could lead to executing unauthorized commands with elevated privileges on the underlying operating system. However, the attacker needs valid administrator credentials to exploit this flaw.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-1610
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in Cisco NX-OS Software CLI allows local attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device's operating system due to inadequate validation of CLI command arguments.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-1610 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates