CVE-2019-11847
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2019-11847 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper privilege management vulnerabitlity exists in ALEOS before 4.11.0, 4.9.4 and 4.4.9. An authenticated user can escalate to root via the command shell.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper privilege management vulnerabitlity exists in ALEOS before 4.11.0, 4.9.4 and 4.4.9. An authenticated user can escalate to root via the command shell.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sierrawireless | Aleos | < 4.11.0 |
| Sierrawireless | Aleos | < 4.9.4 |
| Sierrawireless | Aleos | < 4.4.9 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-11847?
An improper privilege management vulnerabitlity exists in ALEOS before 4.11.0, 4.9.4 and 4.4.9. An authenticated user can escalate to root via the command shell.
How severe is CVE-2019-11847?
CVE-2019-11847 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11847?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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