CVE-2019-9697
First published: Thu Aug 29 2019(Updated: )
An information disclosure vulnerability in the Management Center (MC) REST API 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2 prior to 2.2.2.1 allows a malicious authenticated user to obtain passwords for external backup and CPL policy import servers that they might not otherwise be authorized to access.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Management Center | >=2.2<2.2.2.1 | |
| Symantec Management Center | =2.0 | |
| Symantec Management Center | =2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9697?
CVE-2019-9697 refers to an information disclosure vulnerability in the Management Center (MC) REST API.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9697?
CVE-2019-9697 has a severity rating of medium (6.5).
Which versions of Symantec Management Center are affected by CVE-2019-9697?
Symantec Management Center versions 2.0, 2.1, and versions prior to 2.2.2.1 are affected by CVE-2019-9697.
What can a malicious authenticated user do with CVE-2019-9697?
A malicious authenticated user can obtain passwords for external backup and CPL policy import servers they are not authorized to access.
Is there a fix for CVE-2019-9697?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2019-9697 is to update Symantec Management Center to version 2.2.2.1 or later.
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