CVE-2018-1216
First published: Thu Mar 08 2018(Updated: )
A hard-coded password vulnerability was discovered in vApp Manager which is embedded in Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliances, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management (eManagement): Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.18, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.21, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.514, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management (eManagement) versions prior to and including 1.4 (Enginuity Release 5977.1125.1125 and earlier). They contain an undocumented default account (smc) with a hard-coded password that may be used with certain web servlets. A remote attacker with the knowledge of the hard-coded password and the message format may use vulnerable servlets to gain unauthorized access to the system. Note: This account cannot be used to log in via the web user interface.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance | <8.4.0.21 | |
| Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance | <8.4.0.18 | |
| Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance | <8.4.0.514 | |
| Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management | <=1.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1216?
CVE-2018-1216 is a hard-coded password vulnerability discovered in vApp Manager which is embedded in Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliances, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management (eManagement).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-1216?
CVE-2018-1216 affects Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance versions up to 8.4.0.21, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance versions up to 8.4.0.514, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management versions up to 1.4.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2018-1216?
CVE-2018-1216 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
How can I fix CVE-2018-1216?
To fix CVE-2018-1216, it is recommended to update Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance to version 8.4.0.18 or later, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance to version 8.4.0.21, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance to version 8.4.0.514 or later, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management to a version higher than 1.4.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1216?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-1216 on the following websites: [http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Feb/41](http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Feb/41), [http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103039](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103039), [http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040383](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040383)
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