CVE-2019-1823 : Security Advisory and Response

Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Evolved Programmable Network Manager Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities

Understanding CVE-2019-1823

This CVE involves a security flaw in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI) and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network (EPN) Manager, potentially allowing an attacker to execute code with root-level privileges.

What is CVE-2019-1823?

The vulnerability arises from the software's failure to properly validate user input, enabling an authenticated remote attacker to upload a malicious file to the administrative web interface and execute code with root-level privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2019-1823

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-1823

Vulnerability Description

Security flaw in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Evolved Programmable Network Manager
Allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute code with root-level privileges

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco Prime Infrastructure
Vendor: Cisco
Version: 3.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker uploads a harmful file to the administrative web interface
Successful exploitation grants the attacker root-level access to the underlying operating system

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-provided patches and updates promptly
Monitor network traffic for any signs of exploitation
Restrict access to the administrative web interface

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems
Conduct security training for staff to recognize and report suspicious activities

Patching and Updates

Cisco has released patches to address the vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them to ensure system security