Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software and Cisco FXOS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of arguments passed to certain CLI commands. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by including malicious input as the argument of an affected command. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system with elevated privileges. An attacker would need valid administrator credentials to exploit this vulnerability. Firepower 4100 Series Next-Generation Firewalls are affected running software versions prior to 2.2.2.91, 2.3.1.110, and 2.4.1.222. Firepower 9300 Security Appliance are affected running software versions prior to 2.2.2.91, 2.3.1.110, and 2.4.1.222. MDS 9000 Series Multilayer Switches are affected running software versions prior to 6.2(25) and 8.3(1). Nexus 3000 Series Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9) and 7.0(3)I7(5). Nexus 3500 Platform Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)I7(5). Nexus 3600 Platform Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5). Nexus 2000, 5500, 5600, and 6000 Series Switches are affected running software versions prior to 7.1(5)N1(1b) and 7.3(4)N1(1). Nexus 7000 and 7700 Series Switches are affected running software versions prior to 6.2(22), 7.3(3)D1(1), 8.2(3). Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Standalone NX-OS Mode are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)I4(9) and 7.0(3)I7(5). Nexus 9500 R-Series Line Cards and Fabric Modules are affected running software versions prior to 7.0(3)F3(5).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Nx-Os | >= 7.3, < 8.3\(1\) |
| Cisco | Mds 9000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 3000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 3500 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 2000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5500 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 5600 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 6000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 7000 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 7700 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 9000 | - |
| Cisco | Fx-Os | >= 2.4, < 2.4.1.222 |
| Cisco | Firepower 4100 | - |
| Cisco | Firepower 9300 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 3600 | - |
| Cisco | Nexus 9500 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107381Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107381Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-2Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-1611?
CVE-2019-1611 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco NX-OS Software and Cisco FXOS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected ...
How severe is CVE-2019-1611?
CVE-2019-1611 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-1611?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os, Cisco Mds 9000, Cisco Nexus 3000, Cisco Nexus 3500, Cisco Nexus 2000.