CVE-2018-1241 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-1241 affecting Dell EMC RecoverPoint versions prior to 5.1.2 and RecoverPoint for VMs versions prior to 5.1.1.3, potentially exposing LDAP passwords in clear-text format.
Dell EMC RecoverPoint and RecoverPoint for VMs versions prior to 5.1.2 and 5.1.1.3, respectively, may expose LDAP passwords in clear-text format, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Understanding CVE-2018-1241
This CVE involves a security issue in Dell EMC RecoverPoint and RecoverPoint for VMs that could allow malicious users to access LDAP passwords.
What is CVE-2018-1241?
CVE-2018-1241 is a vulnerability in older versions of Dell EMC RecoverPoint and RecoverPoint for VMs that may inadvertently disclose LDAP passwords in clear-text within log files.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1241
The vulnerability could enable unauthorized access to sensitive LDAP passwords, potentially leading to further security breaches and unauthorized system access.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1241
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Under specific conditions, versions prior to 5.1.2 for Dell EMC RecoverPoint and 5.1.1.3 for RecoverPoint for VMs may expose LDAP passwords in plain text within log files.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Dell EMC RecoverPoint versions less than 5.1.2
- Dell EMC RecoverPoint for VMs versions less than 5.1.1.3
Exploitation Mechanism
Malicious users with authenticated access to the RecoverPoint log files can exploit this vulnerability to obtain exposed LDAP passwords for potential misuse.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2018-1241, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade affected systems to versions 5.1.2 for Dell EMC RecoverPoint and 5.1.1.3 for RecoverPoint for VMs.
- Monitor and restrict access to log files containing sensitive information.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations to prevent similar vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls and encryption mechanisms to safeguard sensitive data.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Dell EMC to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.