CVE-2019-6689 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Discover the privilege escalation vulnerability in Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent 3.2.0.5 (formerly Cisco Workload Automation). Learn about the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability has been found in Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent 3.2.0.5 (previously named Cisco Workload Automation or CWA) that allows local users to escalate privileges through Command Injection in Tidal Job Buffers (TJB) parameters.
Understanding CVE-2019-6689
This CVE highlights a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Enterprise Scheduler for AIX, affecting specific versions of the Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent.
What is CVE-2019-6689?
The vulnerability in Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent 3.2.0.5 allows local users to gain elevated privileges by exploiting Command Injection in specially crafted Tidal Job Buffers (TJB) parameters.
The Impact of CVE-2019-6689
This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it enables unauthorized local users to escalate their privileges on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-6689
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The Enterprise Scheduler for AIX in Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent 3.2.0.5 is vulnerable to privilege escalation through Command Injection in Tidal Job Buffers (TJB) parameters.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Dillon Kane Tidal Workload Automation Agent 3.2.0.5
- Vendor: Dillon Kane
- Versions affected: All versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by local users manipulating specially designed Tidal Job Buffers (TJB) parameters to execute arbitrary commands and gain elevated privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2019-6689 and enhance system security, the following steps are recommended:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement least privilege access controls to limit user capabilities
- Regularly monitor and audit system logs for suspicious activities
- Apply the principle of least privilege to restrict user permissions
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security training for users to raise awareness of potential threats
- Keep systems and software updated with the latest security patches
- Perform regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by Dillon Kane to address the vulnerability and enhance system security