CVE-2020-1623: Junos OS Evolved: ev.ops file may leak sensitive information

Published Apr 8, 2020
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Updated

A local, authenticated user with shell can view sensitive configuration information via the ev.ops configuration file. This issue affects all versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.2R1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Juniper Junos OS Evolved<19.2r1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 19.2R1-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 the severity of CVE-2020-1623?

CVE-2020-1623 has a medium severity level as it allows local authenticated users to access sensitive configuration data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-1623?

To fix CVE-2020-1623, upgrade to Junos OS Evolved version 19.2R1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-1623?

All users of Junos OS Evolved versions prior to 19.2R1 are vulnerable to CVE-2020-1623.

4

What kind of information can be exposed by CVE-2020-1623?

CVE-2020-1623 can expose sensitive configuration information contained in the ev.ops file.

5

Is CVE-2020-1623 a remote access vulnerability?

No, CVE-2020-1623 requires local authenticated access to exploit the vulnerability.

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