CVE-2019-19231: High severity broadcom client automation vulnerability
Published Dec 20, 2019
·Updated
An insecure file access vulnerability exists in CA Client Automation 14.0, 14.1, 14.2, and 14.3 Agent for Windows that can allow a local attacker to gain escalated privileges.
Affected Software
5 affected components
Broadcom Ca Client Automation=14.0
Broadcom Ca Client Automation=14.1
Broadcom Ca Client Automation=14.2
Broadcom Ca Client Automation=14.3
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Dec 20, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:08 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-19231?
CVE-2019-19231 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-19231?
To address CVE-2019-19231, upgrade CA Client Automation to version 14.4 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2019-19231?
CVE-2019-19231 affects users of CA Client Automation versions 14.0, 14.1, 14.2, and 14.3 on Windows.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-19231?
CVE-2019-19231 is an insecure file access vulnerability that can lead to privilege escalation.
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Can CVE-2019-19231 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2019-19231 requires local access to the affected system to exploit the vulnerability.