CVE-2019-0021

Juniper ATP: secret CLI inputs are logged to /var/log/syslog in clear text

Description

On Juniper ATP, secret passphrase CLI inputs, such as "set mcm", are logged to /var/log/syslog in clear text, allowing authenticated local user to be able to view these secret information. This issue affects Juniper ATP 5.0 versions prior to 5.0.4.

Remediation

Solution:

  • The following software release have been updated to resolve this specific issue: 5.0.4 and all subsequent releases. It is also recommended to purge the affected log files and/or change the passphrase after the upgrade.

Workaround:

  • There are no known workarounds for this issue, however limit the access to only trusted administrators from trusted administrative networks or hosts would minimize the risk.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory juniper.net
Affected: Juniper Networks Juniper ATP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10918 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0021?
CVE-2019-0021 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-0021?
To fix CVE-2019-0021: The following software release have been updated to resolve this specific issue: 5.0.4 and all subsequent releases. It is also recommended to purge the affected log files and/or change the passphrase after the upgrade.
Is CVE-2019-0021 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-0021 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-0021?
CVE-2019-0021 affects Juniper Networks Juniper ATP.
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