What is CVE-2020-29494?

CVE-2020-29494 is a Path Traversal Vulnerability in Dell EMC Avamar Server versions 19.1, 19.2, and 19.3.

How can a remote user exploit CVE-2020-29494?

A remote user could potentially exploit CVE-2020-29494 to gain unauthorized write access to arbitrary files stored on the server filesystem and cause deletion of arbitrary files.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-29494?

Dell EMC Avamar Server versions 19.1, 19.2, and 19.3 are affected by CVE-2020-29494.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-29494?

CVE-2020-29494 has a severity rating of 8.7 (High).

How can I fix CVE-2020-29494?

To fix CVE-2020-29494, Dell EMC Avamar Server users should apply the appropriate security update provided by Dell.

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CVE-2020-29494

high

8.7

CWE

14/1/2021

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-29494: Path Traversal

First published: Thu Jan 14 2021(Updated: )

Dell EMC Avamar Server, versions 19.1, 19.2, 19.3, contain a Path Traversal Vulnerability in PDM. A remote user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, to gain unauthorized write access to the arbitrary files stored on the server filesystem, causing deletion of arbitrary files.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Dell EMC Avamar Server	=19.1
Dell EMC Avamar Server	=19.2
Dell EMC Avamar Server	=19.3
Dell EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance	=2.5
Dell EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance	=2.6

Remedy

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000181806/dsa-2020-272-dell-emc-avamar-server-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities

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Reference Links

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000181806/dsa-2020-272-dell-emc-avamar-server-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-29494?
CVE-2020-29494 is a Path Traversal Vulnerability in Dell EMC Avamar Server versions 19.1, 19.2, and 19.3.
How can a remote user exploit CVE-2020-29494?
A remote user could potentially exploit CVE-2020-29494 to gain unauthorized write access to arbitrary files stored on the server filesystem and cause deletion of arbitrary files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-29494?
Dell EMC Avamar Server versions 19.1, 19.2, and 19.3 are affected by CVE-2020-29494.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-29494?
CVE-2020-29494 has a severity rating of 8.7 (High).
How can I fix CVE-2020-29494?
To fix CVE-2020-29494, Dell EMC Avamar Server users should apply the appropriate security update provided by Dell.

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