CVE-2019-1717 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Cisco Video Surveillance Manager Web-Based Management Interface Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2019-1717

This CVE involves a security issue in Cisco Video Surveillance Manager's web-based management interface, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information.

What is CVE-2019-1717?

The vulnerability in Cisco Video Surveillance Manager arises from inadequate parameter verification in the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit this by sending harmful requests to retrieve specific files from the compromised device.

The Impact of CVE-2019-1717

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.5, indicating a high severity level. If successfully exploited, an attacker could access sensitive information stored on the affected device.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-1717

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Cisco Video Surveillance Manager allows unauthorized access to sensitive information due to improper parameter validation in the web-based management interface.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco Video Surveillance Manager
Vendor: Cisco
Versions Affected: Custom versions less than 7.12.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-provided patches or updates promptly.
Monitor Cisco's security advisories for any new information or patches related to this vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems to prevent vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Cisco has released patches to address this vulnerability. Ensure all affected systems are updated to a version equal to or greater than 7.12.1.