CVE-2019-12623: Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure Software File Enumeration Vulnerability

Published Aug 21, 2019
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Updated

A vulnerability in the web server functionality of Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure Software (NFVIS) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform file enumeration on an affected system. The vulnerability is due to the web server responding with different error codes for existing and non-existing files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending GET requests for different file names. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to enumerate files residing on the system.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure<3.12.1

Event History

Aug 21, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-12623?

CVE-2019-12623 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential risk to affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-12623?

To remediate CVE-2019-12623, it is recommended to upgrade Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure Software to version 3.12.1 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2019-12623?

CVE-2019-12623 affects Cisco Enterprise Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure Software versions earlier than 3.12.1.

4

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2019-12623?

An authenticated remote attacker can exploit CVE-2019-12623 to perform file enumeration on the affected system.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2019-12623?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2019-12623 requires that the attacker be authenticated on the target system.

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