CVE-2019-13656CWE-284

An access vulnerability in CA Common Services DIA of CA Technologies Client Automation 14 and Workload Automation AE 11.3.5, 11.3.6 allows a remote attacker to…

Critical · published September 6, 2019

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky access vulnerability lurks in CA Technologies Client Automation that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without a hassle! Think of it like a restaurant where customers can just waltz into the kitchen and start cooking. No checks, no balances — just pure, chaotic access! An attacker could not only run malicious code but also potentially take control of the entire system. This could lead to data theft, system malfunctions, or even a total shutdown. It's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where customers can just waltz into the kitchen and start cooking. No checks, no balances — just pure, chaotic access! This vulnerability enables remote code execution by allowing unauthorized access to the CA Common Services DIA, which can be exploited without authentication. Effectively, the attacker's commands are treated as trusted instructions by the server.

What to do

An attacker could not only run malicious code but also potentially take control of the entire system. This could lead to data theft, system malfunctions, or even a total shutdown. It's absolutely devastating! Patch your installation to the latest version immediately to close this glaring security hole. Additionally, review your access controls and ensure that only authorized personnel have the necessary permissions. Don't delay—this is critical! You've got this! By taking these steps, you’ll lock down your systems and keep them secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05819 · 93.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-284 · Improper Access Control
Published
2019-09-06T14:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 SEP 14:44Z
    An access vulnerability in CA Common Services DIA of CA Technologies Client Automation 14 and Workload Automation AE 11.3.5, 11.3.6 allows a remote attacker to…
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