CVE-2019-1600: Cisco FXOS and NX-OS Software Unauthorized Directory Access Vulnerability
First published: Thu Mar 07 2019(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the file system permissions of Cisco FXOS Software and Cisco NX-OS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to access sensitive information that is stored in the file system of an affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper implementation of file system permissions. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing and modifying restricted files. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access sensitive and critical files. Firepower 4100 Series Next-Generation Firewalls are affected in versions prior to 2.2.2.91 and 2.3.1.110. Firepower 9300 Series Next-Generation Firewalls are affected in versions prior to 2.2.2.91 and 2.3.1.110. MDS 9000 Series Multilayer Switches are affected in versions prior to 6.2(25), 8.1(1b), and 8.3(1). Nexus 3000 Series Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9) and 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 3500 Platform Switches are affected in versions prior to 6.0(2)A8(10) and 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 3600 Platform Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5). Nexus 2000, 5500, 5600, and 6000 Series Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.1(5)N1(1b) and 7.3(3)N1(1). Nexus 7000 and 7700 Series Switches are affected in versions prior to 6.2(22), 7.3(3)D1(1), and 8.2(3). Nexus 9000 Series Switches-Standalone are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9) and 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 9500 R-Series Line Cards and Fabric Modules are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5).
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Firepower Extensible Operating System | >=1.1<2.2.2.91 | |
| Cisco Firepower Extensible Operating System | >=2.3<2.3.1.110 | |
| Cisco Firepower 4100 | ||
| Cisco Firepower 9300 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=8.2<8.3\(1\) | |
| Cisco MDS 9000 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.0\(3\)i5<7.0\(3\)i7\(4\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 3000 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.0\(3\)<7.0\(3\)i7\(4\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 3500 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.0\(3\)f3<7.0\(3\)f3\(5\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 3600 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.2<7.3\(3\)n1\(1\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 2000 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 5500 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 5600 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 6000 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=8.0<8.2\(3\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 7000 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 7700 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 9000 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.0\(3\)f1<7.0\(3\)f3\(5\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 9500 | ||
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.3<8.1\(1b\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | >=5.2.<6.2\(25\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | <7.0\(3\)i4\(9\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | <6.0\(2\)a8\(10\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | <7.1\(5\)n1\(1b\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | >=7.2<7.3\(3\)d1\(1\) | |
| Cisco Nx-os | <6.2\(22\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-1600.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2019-1600?
The severity rating of CVE-2019-1600 is medium (4.4).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-1600?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-1600 by accessing sensitive information stored in the affected system's file system.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-1600?
Cisco FXOS Software versions 1.1 to 2.2.2.91 and Cisco NX-OS Software versions 7.0(3)i5 to 8.2 are affected by CVE-2019-1600.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-1600?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-1600 at the following references: [1](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107399), [2](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107404), [3](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20190306-nxos-directory).
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