What is the severity of CVE-2024-38488?

CVE-2024-38488 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation in brute force or dictionary attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2024-38488?

To fix CVE-2024-38488, update Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines to the latest patched version provided by Dell.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-38488?

CVE-2024-38488 can be exploited through brute force or dictionary attacks targeting the RecoverPoint login form.

Which versions of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines are affected by CVE-2024-38488?

CVE-2024-38488 affects Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines versions 6.0.0 and later up to 6.0.x.

Who is impacted by CVE-2024-38488?

Organizations using affected versions of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines may be at risk if exposed to network attackers.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-38488

critical

9.8

CWE

307

13/12/2024

4/2/2025

CVE-2024-38488

First published: Fri Dec 13 2024(Updated: )

Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.x contains a vulnerability. An improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication vulnerability where a Network attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to a brute force attack or a dictionary attack against the RecoverPoint login form and a complete system compromise. This allows attackers to brute-force the password of valid users in an automated manner.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
EMC RecoverPoint	>6.0.0
EMC RecoverPoint	=6.0-sp1
EMC RecoverPoint	=6.0-sp1_p1

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Reference Links

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000259765/dsa-2024-429-security-update-for-dell-recoverpoint-for-virtual-machines-multiple-third-party-component-vulnerabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38488?
CVE-2024-38488 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation in brute force or dictionary attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38488?
To fix CVE-2024-38488, update Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines to the latest patched version provided by Dell.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-38488?
CVE-2024-38488 can be exploited through brute force or dictionary attacks targeting the RecoverPoint login form.
Which versions of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines are affected by CVE-2024-38488?
CVE-2024-38488 affects Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines versions 6.0.0 and later up to 6.0.x.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-38488?
Organizations using affected versions of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines may be at risk if exposed to network attackers.

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