CVE-2019-5497 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

NetApp AFF A700s Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) firmware versions 1.22 and higher were shipped with a default account enabled that could allow unauthorized arbitrary command execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-5497

Firmware versions 1.22 and above of the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) on the NetApp AFF A700s had a default account that could potentially enable unauthorized execution of arbitrary commands.

What is CVE-2019-5497?

The vulnerability in NetApp's AFF A700s BMC firmware versions 1.22 and higher allowed unauthorized execution of arbitrary commands due to an active default account.

The Impact of CVE-2019-5497

The presence of a default account in the BMC firmware could lead to unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary commands, posing a significant security risk.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-5497

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in NetApp's AFF A700s BMC firmware.

Vulnerability Description

Firmware versions 1.22 and higher of the BMC had an active default account
This default account could enable unauthorized execution of arbitrary commands

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: AFF A700s Baseboard Management Controller
Vendor: NetApp
Versions Affected: 1.22 and higher

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers could exploit the default account to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary commands

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-5497 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or change the default account credentials
Implement network segmentation to restrict access
Monitor BMC logs for suspicious activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and apply security patches
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

NetApp may release firmware updates or patches to address the default account issue