SB2024070124 - Authentication bypass in Juniper Session Smart Router



SB2024070124 - Authentication bypass in Juniper Session Smart Router

Published: July 1, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024070124
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Critical 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-2973)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected device.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authentication checks when running with a redundant peer. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass authentication and take full control over the affected device.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.