CVE-2019-8960 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been discovered in version 11.16.2 of FlexNet Publisher lmadmin.exe that affects the handling of commands, potentially leading to a Denial of Service scenario.

Understanding CVE-2019-8960

This CVE involves a specific vulnerability in the lmadmin.exe component of FlexNet Publisher version 11.16.2.

What is CVE-2019-8960?

The vulnerability in lmadmin.exe allows the message reading function to call itself again, leading to unexpected values and process termination if a second message is not received.

The Impact of CVE-2019-8960

The vulnerability can result in a Denial of Service situation by causing the process to terminate unexpectedly.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-8960

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The lmadmin.exe vulnerability arises from the handling of commands, where the function can invoke itself and halt, resulting in process termination.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: 11.16.2 of FlexNet Publisher lmadmin.exe
Other versions may also be impacted, so thorough testing is recommended.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability occurs when a specific flag is set in the initial message, but no second message is received, leading to unexpected values and process termination.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-8960, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement the recommended patches provided by Flexera.
Monitor system logs for any unusual activity related to lmadmin.exe.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software components to prevent vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Flexera for FlexNet Publisher.