7.7
CWE
552 285
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-5356

First published: Mon Jul 06 2020(Updated: )

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager (PPDM) versions prior to 19.4 and Dell PowerProtect X400 versions prior to 3.2 contain an improper authorization vulnerability. A remote authenticated malicious user may download any file from the affected PowerProtect virtual machines.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager Dm5500 Firmware<19.4
Dell PowerProtect X400 Firmware<3.2
Dell PowerProtect

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-5356?

    CVE-2020-5356 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability that could allow unauthorized file downloads.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-5356?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-5356, upgrade Dell PowerProtect Data Manager to version 19.4 or later and Dell PowerProtect X400 to version 3.2 or later.

  • What is the risk associated with CVE-2020-5356?

    The risk of CVE-2020-5356 includes the potential for a remote authenticated attacker to access and download sensitive files from affected systems.

  • Which versions of Dell software are affected by CVE-2020-5356?

    CVE-2020-5356 affects Dell PowerProtect Data Manager versions prior to 19.4 and Dell PowerProtect X400 versions prior to 3.2.

  • Is CVE-2020-5356 related to remote authentication issues?

    Yes, CVE-2020-5356 involves an improper authorization vulnerability that can be exploited by remote authenticated users.

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