CVE-2019-12889: High severity sailpoint desktop password reset vulnerability
An unauthenticated privilege escalation exists in SailPoint Desktop Password Reset 7.2. A user with local access to only the Windows logon screen can escalate their privileges to NT AUTHORITY\System. An attacker would need local access to the machine for a successful exploit. The attacker must disconnect the computer from the local network / WAN and connect it to an internet facing access point / network. At that point, the attacker can execute the password-reset functionality, which will expose a web browser. Browsing to a site that calls local Windows system functions (e.g., file upload) will expose the local file system. From there an attacker can launch a privileged command shell.
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-12889?
CVE-2019-12889 has a high severity rating as it allows unauthenticated privilege escalation to NT AUTHORITY\System.
How do I fix CVE-2019-12889?
To fix CVE-2019-12889, users should upgrade to a patched version of SailPoint Desktop Password Reset beyond version 7.2.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-12889?
CVE-2019-12889 primarily affects users of SailPoint Desktop Password Reset version 7.2 who have local access to the Windows logon screen.
What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2019-12889?
Exploiting CVE-2019-12889 requires local access to the machine at the Windows logon screen.
What impact does CVE-2019-12889 have on systems?
CVE-2019-12889 can lead to complete control of the system by escalating privileges to NT AUTHORITY\System.