Vulnerability Description
On install, Dell Encryption versions prior 10.0.1 and Dell Endpoint Security Suite Enterprise versions prior 2.0.1 will overwrite and manually set the "Minimum Password Length" group policy object to a value of 1 on that device. This allows for users to bypass any existing policy for password length and potentially create insecure password on their device. This value is defined during the installation of the "Encryption Management Agent" or "EMAgent" application. There are no other known values modified.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dell | Encryption | < 10.0.1 |
| Dell | Endpoint Security Suite Enterprise | < 2.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.dell.com/support/article/us/en/04/sln313561/dell-encryption-and-dellMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.dell.com/support/article/us/en/04/sln313561/dell-encryption-and-dellMitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-15766?
CVE-2018-15766 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). On install, Dell Encryption versions prior 10.0.1 and Dell Endpoint Security Suite Enterprise versions prior 2.0.1 will overwrite and manually set the "Minimum Password Length" group policy object to ...
How severe is CVE-2018-15766?
CVE-2018-15766 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-15766?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dell Encryption, Dell Endpoint Security Suite Enterprise.