CVE-2018-11062 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Dell EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance Undocumented Accounts Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2018-11062

What is CVE-2018-11062?

Versions 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2 of the Integrated Data Protection Appliance by Dell EMC contain hidden user accounts 'support' and 'admin' with default passwords. Unauthorized access to these accounts poses a risk of system compromise.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11062

The presence of default passwords in hidden accounts can lead to unauthorized access, potentially allowing malicious actors to read and write sensitive system files.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11062

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Dell EMC's Integrated Data Protection Appliance involves the existence of 'support' and 'admin' accounts with default passwords, granting unauthorized access to specific system files.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Integrated Data Protection Appliance
Vendor: Dell EMC
Versions Affected: 2.X (specifically less than version 2.3)

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious individuals can exploit this vulnerability by using the default passwords of the 'support' and 'admin' accounts to gain unauthorized access to the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Change default passwords for 'support' and 'admin' accounts immediately.
Monitor system logs for any unauthorized access attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and regular password changes.
Conduct regular security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply the necessary patches and updates provided by Dell EMC to address this vulnerability.