CVE-2019-12632 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Cisco Finesse Request Processing Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability discovered on September 4, 2019, could allow unauthorized access and server-side request forgery attacks.

Understanding CVE-2019-12632

Cisco Finesse vulnerability enables attackers to bypass access controls and execute SSRF attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

What is CVE-2019-12632?

An issue in Cisco Finesse allows unauthorized attackers to perform SSRF attacks by exploiting improper input validation.
Attackers can gain system access by sending crafted requests to web application users.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12632

Attackers can circumvent access controls and carry out unauthorized actions on affected systems.
The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 5.3.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12632

Cisco Finesse vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Improper validation of user input in Cisco Finesse leads to SSRF attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco Finesse
Vendor: Cisco
Versions Affected: < 12.0(1)ES01

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Integrity Impact: Low
Privileges Required: None

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect systems from CVE-2019-12632 to prevent unauthorized access and SSRF attacks.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-provided patches or updates promptly.
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity.
Implement strict input validation mechanisms.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on identifying and reporting suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security advisories from Cisco and apply recommended patches.