CVE-2013-5097: Medium severity juniper networks junos space vulnerability

Published Aug 16, 2013
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Updated

Juniper Junos Space before 13.1R1.6, as used on the JA1500 appliance and in other contexts, does not properly restrict access to the list of user accounts and their MD5 password hashes, which makes it easier for remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information via a dictionary attack, aka PR 879462.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Juniper Junos Space=11.1
Juniper Junos Space=11.2
Juniper Junos Space=11.3
Juniper Junos Space=11.4
Juniper Junos Space=12.1
Juniper Junos Space=12.2
Juniper Junos Space=12.3
Juniper Junos Space Virtual Appliance
Juniper Junos Space Ja1500 Appliance

Remediation

Event History

Aug 16, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5097?

CVE-2013-5097 has a moderate severity rating due to improper access restrictions that can lead to exposure of sensitive user information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-5097?

To fix CVE-2013-5097, update your Junos Space software to version 13.1R1.6 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2013-5097?

CVE-2013-5097 affects users of Juniper Junos Space, specifically versions 11.1 through 12.3 and the JA1500 appliance.

4

What are the potential risks of CVE-2013-5097?

The potential risks of CVE-2013-5097 include unauthorized access to user accounts and password hashes, which could lead to a successful dictionary attack.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-5097?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2013-5097, so upgrading to a secure version is necessary to mitigate the threat.

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