CVE-2024-28971: Medium severity dell openmanage vulnerability

Published May 8, 2024
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Updated

Dell Update Manager Plugin, versions 1.4.0 through 1.5.0, contains a Plain-text Password Storage Vulnerability in Log file. A remote high privileged attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of certain user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable application with privileges of the compromised account.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Dell Openmanage Enterprise Update Manager>=1.4.0<1.5.1
Dell Update Manager Plugin>=1.4.0<=1.5.0

Event History

May 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:37 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28971?

CVE-2024-28971 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for credential disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-28971?

To fix CVE-2024-28971, update the Dell Update Manager Plugin to version 1.5.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-28971?

CVE-2024-28971 affects users of the Dell Update Manager Plugin versions 1.4.0 through 1.5.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-28971?

CVE-2024-28971 is a Plain-text Password Storage Vulnerability in log files.

5

Can CVE-2024-28971 be exploited remotely?

Yes, a remote high privileged attacker could potentially exploit CVE-2024-28971.

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