CVE-2019-1867: Cisco Elastic Services Controller REST API Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Published May 10, 2019
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Updated

A vulnerability in the REST API of Cisco Elastic Services Controller (ESC) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication on the REST API. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of API requests. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted request to the REST API. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary actions through the REST API with administrative privileges on an affected system.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Elastic Services Controller>=4.1<4.5

Event History

May 10, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1867?

CVE-2019-1867 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to the REST API.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-1867?

To fix CVE-2019-1867, update the Cisco Elastic Services Controller to a version later than 4.5.

3

What vulnerability does CVE-2019-1867 exploit?

CVE-2019-1867 exploits improper validation of API requests in the REST API of Cisco Elastic Services Controller.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2019-1867?

CVE-2019-1867 affects Cisco Elastic Services Controller versions 4.1 to 4.5.

5

Can CVE-2019-1867 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-1867 can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker.

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