Vulnerability identifier: #VU27040

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-11538

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Ivanti Connect Secure (formerly Pulse Connect Secure)
Server applications / Remote access servers, VPN

Vendor: Ivanti

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management in NFS functionality. A remote authenticated user can view contents of arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Ivanti Connect Secure (formerly Pulse Connect Secure): 8.1R1.0 - 9.0R3.2

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External links
http://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44101
http://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44101/
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2019-0010

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.