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CVE-2019-17584

7.5 · HIGH

The Meinberg SyncBox/PTP/PTPv2 devices have default SSH keys which allow attackers to get root access to the devices.

Published Jan 21, 2020EPSS 1.05%

Overview

CVE-2019-17584 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 21, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Meinberg SyncBox/PTP/PTPv2 devices have default SSH keys which allow attackers to get root access to the devices. All firmware versions up to v5.34o, v5.34s, v5.32* or 5.34g are affected. The private key is also used in an internal interface of another Meinberg Device and can be extracted from a firmware update of this device. An update to fix the vulnerability was published by the vendor.

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

Refw1n73r.de/CVE/2019/17584/Refwww.meinbergglobal.com/english/news/meinberg-security-advisory-mbgsa-1904-syncbox-ptp-ptpv2.htmRefw1n73r.de/CVE/2019/17584/Refwww.meinbergglobal.com/english/news/meinberg-security-advisory-mbgsa-1904-syncbox-ptp-ptpv2.htm

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-17584?

CVE-2019-17584 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 21, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-17584?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-17584?

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-2019-17584?

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