CVE-2019-5533 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-5533 affecting VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud. Discover how this vulnerability allows unauthorized access to Managed Service Provider account details and how to mitigate it.
VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud prior to version 3.3.0 has a vulnerability that allows enterprise users to access Managed Service Provider account information.
Understanding CVE-2019-5533
This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud.
What is CVE-2019-5533?
The VeloCloud Orchestrator parameter authorization check in earlier versions of VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud allows enterprise users to access Managed Service Provider account details.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5533
This vulnerability exposes usernames, first and last names, phone numbers, and email addresses from Managed Service Provider accounts to unauthorized users.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5533
VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud version 3.x prior to 3.3.0 is affected by this vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The VeloCloud Orchestrator parameter authorization check flaw enables unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SD-WAN by VeloCloud
- Vendor: VMware
- Versions Affected: 3.x prior to 3.3.0
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized enterprise users can exploit this vulnerability to retrieve Managed Service Provider account data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-5533 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud to version 3.3.0 or later.
- Monitor and restrict access to sensitive information.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls and user authentication mechanisms.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by VMware to mitigate the CVE-2019-5533 vulnerability.