CVE-2020-1621: Junos OS Evolved: Configd leaks hashes via stream and is world readable

Published Apr 8, 2020
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Updated

A local, authenticated user with shell can obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces. This issue affects all versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.3R1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Juniper Junos OS Evolved<19.3r1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Junos OS Evolved to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 19.3R1-EVO

Event History

Apr 8, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:25 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-1621?

CVE-2020-1621 is a vulnerability in Junos OS Evolved that allows a local authenticated user with shell access to obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1621?

The severity of CVE-2020-1621 is medium (5.5).

3

Which versions of Junos OS Evolved are affected by CVE-2020-1621?

All versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.3R1 are affected by CVE-2020-1621.

4

How can a local authenticated user exploit CVE-2020-1621?

A local authenticated user with shell access can exploit CVE-2020-1621 to obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces.

5

Is there a Juniper Knowledge Base article about CVE-2020-1621?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-1621 in Juniper Knowledge Base article JSA11003: https://kb.juniper.net/JSA11003

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