CVE-2019-3612 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

McAfee DXL Platform and TIE Server versions before 5.0.1 HF2 and 2.3.1 HF1 respectively have a vulnerability that allows authenticated users to access sensitive information in plain text.

Understanding CVE-2019-3612

This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in McAfee TIE Server and DXL Platform.

What is CVE-2019-3612?

The vulnerability in McAfee DXL Platform and TIE Server versions prior to 5.0.1 HF2 and 2.3.1 HF1 respectively enables authenticated users to view sensitive information in plain text through the GUI or command line.

The Impact of CVE-2019-3612

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.2, indicating a high severity level with impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-3612

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows authenticated users to access sensitive information in plain text through the GUI or command line.

Affected Systems and Versions

Data eXchange Layer (DXL) Platform versions prior to 5.0.1 HF2
Threat Intelligence Exchange (TIE) Server versions prior to 2.3.1 HF1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to view sensitive data in plain text.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-3612 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update McAfee DXL Platform to version 5.0.1 HF2 or higher
Update McAfee TIE Server to version 2.3.1 HF1 or higher
Monitor system logs for any unauthorized access

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations
Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized access

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities