CVE-2019-11847: ALEOS User Root Shell Escalation
First published: Fri Aug 21 2020(Updated: )
An improper privilege management vulnerabitlity exists in ALEOS before 4.11.0, 4.9.4 and 4.4.9. An authenticated user can escalate to root via the command shell.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Wireless ALEOS | <4.11.0 | |
| Sierra Wireless Airlink Router (MP70, RV50, RV50x, RV55, LX 40, LX60) running ALEOS software | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink LX60 | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink MP70 | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink MP70E | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink RV50 | ||
| Sierra Wireless Airlink Router (MP70, RV50, RV50x, RV55, LX 40, LX60) running ALEOS software | ||
| Sierra Wireless ALEOS | <4.9.4 | |
| Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450 | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink GX450 | ||
| Sierra Wireless ALEOS | <4.4.9 | |
| Sierra Wireless AirLink ES440 | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400 | ||
| Sierra Wireless GX440 | ||
| Sierra Wireless AirLink LS300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-11847?
CVE-2019-11847 is an improper privilege management vulnerability in ALEOS before version 4.11.0, 4.9.4, and 4.4.9.
How does the vulnerability CVE-2019-11847 affect Sierra Wireless ALEOS?
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to escalate their privileges to root via the command shell.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-11847?
The severity of CVE-2019-11847 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which versions of ALEOS are affected by CVE-2019-11847?
ALEOS versions before 4.11.0, 4.9.4, and 4.4.9 are affected by CVE-2019-11847.
How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2019-11847 in Sierra Wireless ALEOS?
To fix the vulnerability, you should update ALEOS to version 4.11.0, 4.9.4, or 4.4.9.
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