Vulnerability identifier: #VU52322

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-0232

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Paragon Active Assurance Control Center
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Juniper Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker with specific information about the deployment can mimic an already registered Test Agent and access its configuration including associated inventory details.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Paragon Active Assurance Control Center: 2.36

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External links
http://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA11127&cat=SIRT_1&actp=LIST

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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