CVE-2019-11510 : What You Need to Know

An arbitrary file reading vulnerability in Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) versions 8.2 prior to 8.2R12.1, 8.3 prior to 8.3R7.1, and 9.0 prior to 9.0R3.4 allows unauthenticated remote attackers to exploit it through a crafted URI.

Understanding CVE-2019-11510

This CVE involves an arbitrary file reading vulnerability in Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) versions 8.2, 8.3, and 9.0.

What is CVE-2019-11510?

This vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker using a specially crafted URI.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11510

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.9, indicating a critical severity level with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11510

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to read arbitrary files on affected systems.

Affected Systems and Versions

Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) versions 8.2 to 8.2R12.1
Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) versions 8.3 to 8.3R7.1
Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) versions 9.0 to 9.0R3.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-11510 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Pulse Secure promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing regularly.
Educate users and employees on cybersecurity best practices.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that Pulse Secure Pulse Connect Secure (PCS) is updated to versions 8.2R12.1, 8.3R7.1, or 9.0R3.4 to mitigate the vulnerability.