CVE-2019-15979: OS Command Injection
First published: Mon Jan 06 2020(Updated: )
Multiple vulnerabilities in the REST and SOAP API endpoints of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker with administrative privileges on the DCNM application to inject arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system (OS). For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this advisory. Note: The severity of these vulnerabilities is aggravated by the vulnerabilities described in the Cisco Data Center Network Manager Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities advisory, published simultaneously with this one.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Data Center Network Manager | <11.3\(1\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15979?
CVE-2019-15979 is a vulnerability in the REST and SOAP API endpoints of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) that allows an authenticated, remote attacker with administrative privileges to inject arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system.
How severe is CVE-2019-15979?
CVE-2019-15979 is rated as critical with a severity score of 7.2.
How does CVE-2019-15979 affect Cisco Data Center Network Manager?
CVE-2019-15979 affects Cisco Data Center Network Manager versions up to and including 11.3(1).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-15979?
An authenticated, remote attacker with administrative privileges can exploit CVE-2019-15979 by injecting arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system.
Is there a fix for CVE-2019-15979?
Yes, Cisco has provided a security advisory with mitigation measures for CVE-2019-15979. Please refer to the official Cisco Security Advisory for more information.
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