CVE-2019-12696: Cisco Firepower System Software Detection Engine RTF and RAR Malware and File Policy Bypass Vulnerabilities
Multiple vulnerabilities in the Cisco Firepower System Software Detection Engine could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass configured Malware and File Policies for RTF and RAR file types. For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this advisory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-12696?
CVE-2019-12696 is a vulnerability in the Cisco Firepower System Software Detection Engine that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass configured Malware and File Policies for RTF and RAR file types.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-12696?
The severity of CVE-2019-12696 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.
Which versions of Cisco Firepower are affected by CVE-2019-12696?
The affected versions of Cisco Firepower are 6.2.3.1, 6.2.3.7, 6.3.0, and 6.4.0.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-12696?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-12696 by sending specially crafted RTF or RAR files to the vulnerable system.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-12696?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-12696 in the Cisco Security Advisory at https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20191002-firepwr-bypass.