Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to escalate lower-level privileges to the administrator level. The vulnerability is due to insufficient authorization enforcement. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to the targeted device and executing commands that could lead to elevated privileges. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to make configuration changes to the system as administrator. Nexus 3000 Series Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 3500 Platform Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 3600 Platform Switches are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5). Nexus 9000 Series Switches-Standalone are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)I7(4). Nexus 9500 R-Series Line Cards and Fabric Modules are affected in versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5).
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Nx-Os | < 7.0\(3\)i7\(4\) |
| Cisco | Nexus 3000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 3500 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 9000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 3600 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 9500 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107328Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107328Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-1603?
CVE-2019-1603 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to escalate lower-level privileges to the administrator level. The vulnerability is due to insufficient ...
How severe is CVE-2019-1603?
CVE-2019-1603 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-1603?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os, Cisco Nexus 3000, Cisco Nexus 3500, Cisco Nexus 9000, Cisco Nexus 3600.