CVE-2020-29494: Path Traversal

Published Jan 14, 2021
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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.

Affected Software

5 affected components
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

Event History

Jan 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-29494?

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

5

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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