CVE-2020-5366: Path Traversal

Published Jul 9, 2020
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Updated

Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions prior to 4.20.20.20 contain a Path Traversal Vulnerability. A remote authenticated malicious user with low privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability by manipulating input parameters to gain unauthorized read access to the arbitrary files.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Dell Idrac9 Firmware<4.20.20.20
Dell iDRAC9

Event History

Jul 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-5366?

CVE-2020-5366 refers to a Path Traversal Vulnerability in Dell EMC iDRAC9 versions prior to 4.20.20.20.

2

How does CVE-2020-5366 affect Dell EMC iDRAC9?

CVE-2020-5366 allows a remote authenticated malicious user with low privileges to gain unauthorized read access to arbitrary files by manipulating input parameters.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-5366?

CVE-2020-5366 has a severity rating of 6.5 (High).

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-5366?

To fix CVE-2020-5366, Dell EMC iDRAC9 users should update to version 4.20.20.20 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-5366?

More information about CVE-2020-5366 can be found at the following link: [https://www.dell.com/support/article/en-us/sln322125/dsa-2020-128-idrac-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?lang=en](https://www.dell.com/support/article/en-us/sln322125/dsa-2020-128-idrac-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?lang=en)

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