CVE-2019-3980 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-3980 affecting SolarWinds Dameware Remote Mini Remote Client Agent Service up to version 12.1.0.89. Unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability allows attackers to run arbitrary executables.
SolarWinds Dameware Remote Mini Remote Client Agent Service up to version 12.1.0.89 is vulnerable to unauthenticated remote code execution, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary executables under the Local System account.
Understanding CVE-2019-3980
The vulnerability in SolarWinds Dameware Mini Remote Client agent version 12.1.0.89 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to exploit smart card authentication for executing arbitrary executables.
What is CVE-2019-3980?
The Dameware Mini Remote Client agent version 12.1.0.89 by SolarWinds includes a feature for smart card authentication, enabling users to upload and execute executables on the DWRCS.exe host. However, a remote attacker can exploit this feature to execute arbitrary executables without authentication.
The Impact of CVE-2019-3980
- Attackers can execute arbitrary executables under the Local System account
- Unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability
Technical Details of CVE-2019-3980
The technical details of the CVE-2019-3980 vulnerability are as follows:
Vulnerability Description
The Solarwinds Dameware Mini Remote Client agent v12.1.0.89 supports smart card authentication, allowing a user to upload an executable to be executed on the DWRCS.exe host. An unauthenticated, remote attacker can request smart card login and upload and execute an arbitrary executable run under the Local System account.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SolarWinds Dameware Remote Mini Remote Client Agent Service
- Vendor: n/a
- Versions affected: Up to and including 12.1.0.89
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers leveraging the smart card authentication feature to execute arbitrary executables on the host.
Mitigation and Prevention
To mitigate the CVE-2019-3980 vulnerability, consider the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable the affected feature if not essential
- Implement network segmentation to limit exposure
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the affected software
- Conduct security training to educate users on safe practices
Patching and Updates
- Apply the latest patches and updates provided by SolarWinds to address the vulnerability