CVE-2019-1898: Cisco RV110W, RV130W, and RV215W Routers Unauthenticated syslog File Access Vulnerability

Published Jun 20, 2019

Updated

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco RV110W, RV130W, and RV215W Routers could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access the syslog file on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to improper authorization of an HTTP request. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the URL for the syslog file. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access the information contained in the file.

Affected Software

6 affected components

Cisco Rv110w Firmware

Cisco RV110W

Cisco Rv130w Firmware

Cisco RV130W

Cisco Rv215w Firmware

Cisco RV215W

Event History

Jun 20, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:05 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:05 AM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1898?

CVE-2019-1898 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2019-1898?

To fix CVE-2019-1898, update your Cisco RV110W, RV130W, or RV215W router to the latest firmware version provided by Cisco.

What devices are affected by CVE-2019-1898?

CVE-2019-1898 affects Cisco RV110W, RV130W, and RV215W routers.

What type of attack does CVE-2019-1898 enable?

CVE-2019-1898 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to access the syslog file of the affected devices.

What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2019-1898?

The vulnerability in CVE-2019-1898 is due to improper authorization of an HTTP request in the web-based management interface.