CVE-2020-26199 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions prior to 5.0.4.0.5.012 have a plain-text password storage vulnerability that exposes user credentials, including the Unisphere admin privilege user, in log files. An authenticated local attacker can exploit this to gain unauthorized access.

Understanding CVE-2020-26199

This CVE involves a security issue in Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions before 5.0.4.0.5.012, allowing attackers to access plain-text passwords stored in log files.

What is CVE-2020-26199?

CVE-2020-26199 is a vulnerability in Dell EMC Unity, Unity XT, and UnityVSA versions prior to 5.0.4.0.5.012, where user passwords, including the Unisphere admin privilege user, are stored in plain text in log files.

The Impact of CVE-2020-26199

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.4 (Medium severity) with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. An attacker with local access to log files can exploit this to gain unauthorized access with compromised user privileges.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-26199

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves plain-text storage of user passwords, including the Unisphere admin privilege user, in log files of affected Dell EMC Unity products.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Unity
Vendor: Dell
Versions Affected: < 5.0.4.0.5.012 (unspecified/custom version)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: High
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-26199 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update affected systems to version 5.0.4.0.5.012 or newer.
Monitor and restrict access to log files containing sensitive information.
Change passwords for compromised accounts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure password storage practices.
Regularly review and secure log files to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Dell to address this vulnerability.