CVE-2020-5377: Path Traversal

Published Jul 28, 2020
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Updated

Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) versions 9.4 and prior contain multiple path traversal vulnerabilities. An unauthenticated remote attacker could potentially exploit these vulnerabilities by sending a crafted Web API request containing directory traversal character sequences to gain file system access on the compromised management station.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator<=9.4

Event History

Jul 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-5377?

CVE-2020-5377 is a path traversal vulnerability in Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) versions 9.4 and prior.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-5377?

CVE-2020-5377 has a severity rating of 9.1, which is considered critical.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-5377?

An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-5377 by sending a crafted Web API request containing directory traversal character sequences.

4

What is the affected software?

Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) versions 9.4 and prior are affected by CVE-2020-5377.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-5377?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-5377 in the references provided: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162110/Dell-OpenManage-Server-Administrator-9.4.0.0-File-Read.html, https://www.dell.com/support/article/en-us/sln322304/dsa-2020-172-dell-emc-openmanage-server-administrator-omsa-path-traversal-vulnerability?lang=en

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