Vulnerability identifier: #VU49116

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-29491

CWE-ID: CWE-16

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Dell Wyse ThinOS
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Dell

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure default configuration. A remote non-authenticated attacker can gain access to sensitive information and compromise affected thin clients.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Dell Wyse ThinOS: 8.6_019 - 8.6_511

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External links
http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/cs-cz/000180768/dsa-2020-281

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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.