CVE-2019-5373 : Security Advisory and Response

A security flaw leading to the execution of external code has been discovered in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT versions prior to 7.3 E0506P09.

Understanding CVE-2019-5373

A remote code execution vulnerability was identified in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT earlier than version 7.3 E0506P09.

What is CVE-2019-5373?

This CVE refers to a security vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT that allows the execution of external code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control of the affected system.

The Impact of CVE-2019-5373

The exploitation of this vulnerability could result in remote code execution, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the system, compromise data, or disrupt operations.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-5373

Affects HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT versions prior to 7.3 E0506P09.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute external code on the affected system, posing a significant security risk.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT
Versions Affected: 7.3 E0506P09 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The flaw can be exploited remotely by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate action to secure systems against CVE-2019-5373.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT to version 7.3 E0506P09 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities promptly.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate weaknesses.
Educate users and IT staff on best practices for cybersecurity.

Patching and Updates

Refer to the official HPE support page for detailed instructions on patching and updating HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT.