SB2021010406 - Improper Authentication in multiple NEC Products
Published: January 4, 2021
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021010406
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5633)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in Remote Management Control Protocol (RMCP) connection using IPMI over LAN. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.