CVE-2019-1821
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitA vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI) and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network (EPN) Manager could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute code with root-level privileges on the underlying operating system.
Published May 15, 2019 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-1821 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3) affecting Evolved Programmable Network Manager (Cisco), Network Level Service (Cisco), Prime Infrastructure (Cisco).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Evolved Programmable Network Manager 3.0.1, Prime Infrastructure 3.4.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3
9.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
98%
Higher than 99.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI) and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network (EPN) Manager could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute code with root-level privileges on the underlying operating system. This vulnerability exist because the software improperly validates user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by uploading a malicious file to the administrative web interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute code with root-level privileges on the underlying operating system.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 15, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Evolved Programmable Network ManagerCisco | See advisory | 3.0.1 |
| Network Level ServiceCisco | 3.0\(0.0.83b\) | n/a |
| Prime InfrastructureCisco | >= 3.4 | 3.4.1 |
Patched Releases
Evolved Programmable Network Manager
3.0.1
Prime Infrastructure
3.4.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
May 15, 2019
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 14, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 15, 2023
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-20 Improper Input Validation
References
- advisory20190515 Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Evolved Programmable Network Manager Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities
- advisory108339
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI) and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network (EPN) Manager could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute code with root-level privileges on the underlying operating system.
Affected: Evolved Programmable Network Manager (Cisco); Network Level Service (Cisco) versions 3.0\(0.0.83b\); Prime Infrastructure (Cisco) versions >= 3.4. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Evolved Programmable Network Manager 3.0.1, Prime Infrastructure 3.4.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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