CVE-2019-5360 in Intelligent Management Center PLAT
Summary
by MITRE
A remote code execution vulnerability was identified in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT earlier than version 7.3 E0506P09.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/20/2020
The vulnerability CVE-2019-5360 represents a critical remote code execution flaw in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) PLAT software versions prior to 7.3 E0506P09. This vulnerability resides within the platform's handling of user-supplied input in specific administrative functions, creating a pathway for attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The flaw specifically impacts the IMC platform's web interface and administrative services, which are commonly used for network management and monitoring within enterprise environments. Organizations utilizing HPE IMC for critical infrastructure management face significant risk exposure due to this vulnerability's remote exploitation capabilities.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the platform's administrative web services. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious payloads that bypass authentication mechanisms and are subsequently processed by the vulnerable IMC components. The flaw allows for arbitrary command execution with the privileges of the affected service account, which typically operates with elevated system permissions. This vulnerability is categorized under CWE-77 and CWE-94 within the Common Weakness Enumeration framework, reflecting issues related to improper input validation and code injection. The attack vector requires network access to the affected IMC platform and can be leveraged from external network positions, making it particularly dangerous for organizations with exposed administrative interfaces.
The operational impact of CVE-2019-5360 extends beyond immediate system compromise, potentially enabling attackers to establish persistent access, escalate privileges, and move laterally within network environments. Organizations relying on HPE IMC for network monitoring and management face risks including unauthorized access to network configurations, data exfiltration, and potential disruption of critical network services. The vulnerability affects the platform's authentication and authorization mechanisms, allowing attackers to bypass normal access controls and gain administrative privileges. This compromise can result in significant business disruption, regulatory compliance violations, and potential financial losses. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059 which involves executing commands through various interfaces, and T1078 which addresses valid accounts and legitimate credentials.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2019-5360 require immediate implementation of the vendor-provided security patches and updates for HPE IMC PLAT versions prior to 7.3 E0506P09. Organizations should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify all affected systems within their network infrastructure and prioritize remediation efforts accordingly. Network segmentation and firewall rule reviews are essential to limit exposure of administrative interfaces to untrusted networks. Additional defensive measures include implementing multi-factor authentication for administrative access, monitoring system logs for suspicious activities, and establishing network-based intrusion detection systems to identify exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to maintain ongoing protection against similar vulnerabilities. The affected systems should be isolated from critical network segments until proper patching and security hardening measures are implemented.