CVE-2019-3687 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A vulnerability in the permission package of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server allowed local users to execute dumpcap and capture network traffic using the "easy" permission profile.

Understanding CVE-2019-3687

This CVE involves a security issue in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server that enables unauthorized users to run dumpcap and access network traffic.

What is CVE-2019-3687?

The vulnerability in the permission package of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server permits local users to execute dumpcap and capture network traffic using the "easy" permission profile.

The Impact of CVE-2019-3687

The vulnerability affects all versions of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server permissions, allowing unauthorized users to sniff network traffic.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-3687

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The permission package in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server enabled local users to execute dumpcap and capture network traffic using the "easy" permission profile.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Vendor: SUSE
Versions affected: Starting from 85c83fef7e017f8ab7f8602d3163786d57344439 to 081d081dcfaf61710bda34bc21c80c66276119aa

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Base Score: 4 (Medium)
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Vector String: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-3687 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor patches promptly
Restrict access to sensitive network tools
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software
Implement least privilege access controls
Conduct security training for users and administrators

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the vulnerability.