CVE-2019-1613: Cisco NX-OS Software CLI Command Injection Vulnerability (CVE-2019-1613)
A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of arguments passed to certain CLI commands. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by including malicious input as the argument of an affected command. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system with elevated privileges. An attacker would need valid administrator credentials to exploit this vulnerability. MDS 9000 Series Multilayer Switches are affected running software versions prior to 6.2(27) and 8.2(3). Nexus 3000 Series Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9) and 7.0(3)I7(6). Nexus 3500 Platform Switches are affected running software versions prior to 6.0(2)A8(11) and 7.0(3)I7(6). Nexus 3600 Platform Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5). Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Standalone NX-OS Mode are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9), 7.0(3)I7(6). Nexus 9500 R-Series Line Cards and Fabric Modules are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5). Nexus 7000 and 7700 Series Switches are affected running software versions prior to 6.2(22) and 8.2(3).
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What is CVE-2019-1613?
CVE-2019-1613 is a vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software that allows an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected device.
How does CVE-2019-1613 work?
The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of arguments passed to certain CLI commands, allowing an attacker to manipulate the commands and execute arbitrary commands.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-1613?
Cisco NX-OS Software versions 7.0(3)f3(3), 7.0(3)i7(2), 9.2(1), 8.2(1), and 9.2(2) are affected by CVE-2019-1613.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1613?
CVE-2019-1613 has a severity value of 6.7, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2019-1613?
To fix CVE-2019-1613, Cisco has released software updates that address the vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to a fixed software version.