Improper Authentication in Dell iDRAC9

1) Improper Authentication

EUVDB-ID: #VU66177

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-24422

CWE-ID: CWE-287 - Improper Authentication

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain access to the VNC Console.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iDRAC9: 5.00.00.00 - 5.10.00.00

External links

http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000199267/dsa-2022-068-dell-idrac9-security-update-for-an-improper-authentication-vulnerability

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.