CVE-2020-1621
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2020-1621 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A local, authenticated user with shell can obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces. This issue affects all versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.3R1.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local, authenticated user with shell can obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces. This issue affects all versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.3R1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Juniper | Junos Os Evolved | < 19.3r1 |
References
- https://kb.juniper.net/JSA11003Vendor Advisory
- https://kb.juniper.net/JSA11003Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-1621?
A local, authenticated user with shell can obtain the hashed values of login passwords via configd traces. This issue affects all versions of Junos OS Evolved prior to 19.3R1.
How severe is CVE-2020-1621?
CVE-2020-1621 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1621?
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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