CVE-2022-34445 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2022-34445 affecting Dell PowerScale OneFS versions 8.2.x through 9.3.x, allowing malicious local attackers to exploit weak password encoding and disclose sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2022-34445
Dell PowerScale OneFS, versions 8.2.x through 9.3.x, contain a weak encoding for a password which can be exploited by a malicious local privileged attacker to disclose sensitive information.
What is CVE-2022-34445?
CVE-2022-34445 is a vulnerability found in Dell PowerScale OneFS versions 8.2.x through 9.3.x, where a weak password encoding can be abused by an attacker with local privileges to gain unauthorized access and expose confidential data.
The Impact of CVE-2022-34445
This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.0, with a medium severity rating. It poses a high risk to confidentiality as an attacker could potentially extract sensitive information, although it does not impact availability or integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-34445
Vulnerability Description
The weak password encoding in Dell PowerScale OneFS allows a local malicious actor with high privileges to exploit the vulnerability, resulting in information disclosure without the need for user interaction.
Affected Systems and Versions
Dell PowerScale OneFS versions 8.2.x through 9.3.x are affected by this vulnerability, while other versions remain unaffected.
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a local attacker who has high privileges on the system, enabling them to reveal sensitive information stored in the affected versions of Dell PowerScale OneFS.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
Users are advised to update their Dell PowerScale OneFS software to a secure version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, restrict local privileges to minimize the risk of exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implement strong password policies, regular security audits, and user access controls to enhance the overall security posture of Dell PowerScale OneFS installations.
Patching and Updates
Dell has released a security advisory (DSA-2022-271) detailing the vulnerability and providing guidance on patching the affected systems.