CVE-2019-19843 : Security Advisory and Response

Ruckus Wireless Unleashed up to version 200.7.10.102.64 is affected by an access control issue that allows unauthorized retrieval of credentials through an unauthenticated HTTP request.

Understanding CVE-2019-19843

An issue with access control in the web interface of Ruckus Wireless Unleashed has been identified, potentially leading to the unauthorized extraction of credentials.

What is CVE-2019-19843?

The vulnerability in Ruckus Wireless Unleashed up to version 200.7.10.102.64 enables the unauthorized retrieval of credentials via an HTTP request that does not require authentication. The exploit involves a symlink with the /tmp and web/user/wps_tool_cache.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19843

This vulnerability could allow malicious actors to extract sensitive credentials from the affected system, compromising the security and privacy of users and data.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19843

Ruckus Wireless Unleashed is susceptible to unauthorized credential retrieval due to an access control issue in its web interface.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthorized parties to fetch credentials through an unauthenticated HTTP request involving a symlink with /tmp and web/user/wps_tool_cache.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Ruckus Wireless Unleashed
Versions affected: Up to 200.7.10.102.64

Exploitation Mechanism

The exploit involves leveraging a symlink with specific directories (/tmp and web/user/wps_tool_cache) to retrieve credentials without authentication.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-19843 and enhance security, follow these mitigation steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to restrict unauthorized access.
Regularly monitor and audit web interface activities for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Ruckus Wireless.

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest security patches and updates provided by Ruckus Wireless to mitigate the vulnerability and enhance system security.