CVE-2019-3765 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-3765, a critical vulnerability in Dell EMC Avamar Server and Integrated Data Protection Appliance. Find out how to mitigate the risk and apply necessary patches.
Dell EMC Avamar Server and Integrated Data Protection Appliance contain a critical vulnerability that could lead to unauthorized access or modification of sensitive backup data.
Understanding CVE-2019-3765
This CVE involves an incorrect assignment of permissions for a critical resource in Dell EMC Avamar Server and Integrated Data Protection Appliance.
What is CVE-2019-3765?
The vulnerability in Dell EMC Avamar Server and Integrated Data Protection Appliance versions allows a malicious user with remote authentication to gain unauthorized access or modify sensitive backup data.
The Impact of CVE-2019-3765
Exploiting this vulnerability could result in the corruption of backups or deceive a user into restoring a backup containing malicious files.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-3765
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability stems from an incorrect permission assignment for a critical resource in Dell EMC Avamar Server and Integrated Data Protection Appliance.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Dell EMC Avamar Server versions 7.4.1, 7.5.0, 7.5.1, 18.2, and 19.1
- Dell EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance versions 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches immediately
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or modifications
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems
- Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms
Patching and Updates
- Dell has released patches to address this vulnerability