Vulnerability Description
Forcepoint Next Generation Firewall (Forcepoint NGFW) 6.4.x before 6.4.7, 6.5.x before 6.5.4, and 6.6.x before 6.6.2 has a serious authentication vulnerability that potentially allows unauthorized users to bypass password authentication and access services protected by the NGFW Engine. The vulnerability affects the following NGFW features when the LDAP authentication method is used as the backend authentication: IPsec VPN, SSL VPN or Browser-based user authentication. The vulnerability does not apply when any other backend authentication is used. The RADIUS authentication method is not vulnerable, for example.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Forcepoint | Next Generation Firewall | >= 6.4.0, < 6.4.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://help.forcepoint.com/security/CVE/CVE-2019-6143.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://help.forcepoint.com/security/CVE/CVE-2019-6143.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-6143?
CVE-2019-6143 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). Forcepoint Next Generation Firewall (Forcepoint NGFW) 6.4.x before 6.4.7, 6.5.x before 6.5.4, and 6.6.x before 6.6.2 has a serious authentication vulnerability that potentially allows unauthorized use...
How severe is CVE-2019-6143?
CVE-2019-6143 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-6143?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Forcepoint Next Generation Firewall.