Security restrictions bypass in Juniper Networks Paragon Active Assurance

1) Improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints

EUVDB-ID: #VU75049

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-28971

CWE-ID: CWE-923 - Improper Restriction of Communication Channel to Intended Endpoints

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints in the timescaledb feature. A remote attacker can bypass existing firewall rules and limitations used to restrict internal communcations.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Paragon Active Assurance Control Center: before 4.1.2

External links

http://supportportal.juniper.net/s/article/2023-04-Security-Bulletin-Paragon-Active-Assurance-Enabling-the-timescaledb-enables-IP-forwarding-CVE-2023-28971

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.