Vulnerability identifier: #VU47668
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-613
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Junos OS Evolved
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Juniper Networks, Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to the system console configuration option "log-out-on-disconnect" fails to log out an active CLI session when the console cable is disconnected. An attacker with physical access can resume a previous interactive session and possibly gain administrative privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Junos OS Evolved: 18.4R1-EVO
External links
http://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA11063&cat=SIRT_1&actp=LIST
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.