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CVE-2016-1278

7.8 · HIGH

Juniper Junos OS before 12.1X46-D50 on SRX Series devices reverts to "safe mode" authentication and allows root CLI logins without a password after a failed upgrade to 12.1X46, which might allow lo…

Published Aug 5, 2016CWE-287EPSS 0.45%

Overview

CVE-2016-1278 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 5, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Juniper Junos OS before 12.1X46-D50 on SRX Series devices reverts to "safe mode" authentication and allows root CLI logins without a password after a failed upgrade to 12.1X46, which might allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging use of the "request system software" command with the "partition" option.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refkb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10753Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/91757Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1036307Refkb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10753Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/91757Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1036307

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-1278?

CVE-2016-1278 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 5, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2016-1278?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-1278?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-1278?

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