What is the severity of CVE-2020-29489?

CVE-2020-29489 has a moderate severity due to the risks associated with plain-text password storage that can be exploited by local authenticated attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2020-29489?

To fix CVE-2020-29489, upgrade to Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, or UnityVSA versions 5.0.4.0.5.012 or later.

What are the implications of CVE-2020-29489?

The implications of CVE-2020-29489 include potential unauthorized access to sensitive user credentials, which may lead to further system compromise.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-29489?

CVE-2020-29489 affects Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions prior to 5.0.4.0.5.012.

Who can exploit CVE-2020-29489?

CVE-2020-29489 can be exploited by local authenticated attackers with access to the affected Dell EMC systems.

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CVE-2020-29489

medium

6.7

CWE

312 276

17/12/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-29489

First published: Thu Dec 17 2020(Updated: )

Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions prior to 5.0.4.0.5.012 contains a plain-text password storage vulnerability. A user credentials (including the Unisphere admin privilege user) password is stored in a plain text in a system file. A local authenticated attacker with access to the system files may use the exposed password to gain access with the privileges of the compromised user.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Dell EMC Unity XT Operating Environment	<5.0.4.0.5.012
Dell EMC UnityVSA Operating Environment	<5.0.4.0.5.012
Dell EMC Unity XT Operating Environment	<5.0.4.0.5.012

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Reference Links

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000181248

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-29489?
CVE-2020-29489 has a moderate severity due to the risks associated with plain-text password storage that can be exploited by local authenticated attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29489?
To fix CVE-2020-29489, upgrade to Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, or UnityVSA versions 5.0.4.0.5.012 or later.
What are the implications of CVE-2020-29489?
The implications of CVE-2020-29489 include potential unauthorized access to sensitive user credentials, which may lead to further system compromise.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-29489?
CVE-2020-29489 affects Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions prior to 5.0.4.0.5.012.
Who can exploit CVE-2020-29489?
CVE-2020-29489 can be exploited by local authenticated attackers with access to the affected Dell EMC systems.

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