CVE-2019-1944: Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Smart Tunnel Vulnerabilities
First published: Wed Aug 07 2019(Updated: )
Multiple vulnerabilities in the smart tunnel functionality of Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges to the root user or load a malicious library file while the tunnel is being established. For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this security advisory.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | <9.4.4.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1944?
CVE-2019-1944 has been designated a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1944?
To mitigate CVE-2019-1944, update your Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software to at least version 9.4.4.37 or a later fixed version.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-1944?
CVE-2019-1944 affects users of the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software prior to version 9.4.4.37.
What type of attacks does CVE-2019-1944 allow?
CVE-2019-1944 allows authenticated local attackers to elevate their privileges to the root user or load malicious library files.
Is CVE-2019-1944 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2019-1944 is not a remote vulnerability; it requires local authenticated access to exploit.
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