CVE-2020-26196

Description

Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS versions 8.1.0-9.1.0 contain a Backup/Restore Privilege implementation issue. A user with the BackupAdmin role may potentially exploit this vulnerability resulting in the ability to write data outside of the intended file system location.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell PowerScale OneFS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000182873/dsa-2021-009-dell-powerscale-onefs-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-26196?
CVE-2020-26196 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-26196?
To fix CVE-2020-26196, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-26196 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-26196 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-26196?
CVE-2020-26196 affects Dell PowerScale OneFS.
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