CVE-2019-15999: Cisco Data Center Network Manager JBoss EAP Unauthorized Access Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jan 06 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the application environment of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (JBoss EAP) on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to an incorrect configuration of the authentication settings on the JBoss EAP. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating with a specific low-privilege account. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to gain unauthorized access to the JBoss EAP, which should be limited to internal system accounts.
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-2019-15999?
CVE-2019-15999 is a vulnerability in the application environment of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (JBoss EAP) on an affected device.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-15999?
CVE-2019-15999 has a severity of medium with a severity value of 6.3.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-15999?
An authenticated, remote attacker can exploit CVE-2019-15999 by taking advantage of an incorrect configuration in the application environment of Cisco Data Center Network Manager to gain unauthorized access to the JBoss Enterprise Application Platform on the affected device.
What is the affected software for CVE-2019-15999?
The affected software for CVE-2019-15999 is Cisco Data Center Network Manager up to version 11.3(1).
How can I fix CVE-2019-15999?
To fix CVE-2019-15999, it is recommended to apply the necessary updates provided by Cisco.
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