CVE-2019-1952: Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software Path Traversal Vulnerability

Published Aug 8, 2019
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Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS) could allow an authenticated, local attacker to overwrite or read arbitrary files. The attacker would need valid administrator privilege-level credentials. This vulnerability is due to improper input validation of CLI command arguments. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using directory traversal techniques when executing a vulnerable command. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to overwrite or read arbitrary files on an affected device.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Enterprise Network Function Virtualization Infrastructure<3.10.1

Event History

Aug 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:25 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:25 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1952?

CVE-2019-1952 has a medium severity rating allowing authenticated attackers to overwrite or read arbitrary files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-1952?

To mitigate CVE-2019-1952, ensure that you upgrade to Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software version 3.10.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-1952?

CVE-2019-1952 affects users of Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software versions prior to 3.10.1.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2019-1952 facilitate?

CVE-2019-1952 can facilitate unauthorized file modifications or disclosures by authenticated attackers with administrator privileges.

5

Is administrative access required to exploit CVE-2019-1952?

Yes, valid administrator privilege-level credentials are necessary to exploit CVE-2019-1952.

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