Vulnerability Description
Dell EMC Unity, UnityVSA, and Unity XT versions prior to 5.0.7.0.5.008 contain a plain-text password storage vulnerability when the Dell Upgrade Readiness Utility is run on the system. The credentials of the Unisphere Administrator are stored in plain text. A local malicious user with high privileges may use the exposed password to gain access with the privileges of the compromised user.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dell | Unity Operating Environment | < 5.0.7.0.5.008 |
| Dell | Unity Xt Operating Environment | < 5.0.7.0.5.008 |
| Dell | Unityvsa Operating Environment | < 5.0.7.0.5.008 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000185484PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000185484PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-21547?
CVE-2021-21547 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Dell EMC Unity, UnityVSA, and Unity XT versions prior to 5.0.7.0.5.008 contain a plain-text password storage vulnerability when the Dell Upgrade Readiness Utility is run on the system. The credentials...
How severe is CVE-2021-21547?
CVE-2021-21547 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-21547?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dell Unity Operating Environment, Dell Unity Xt Operating Environment, Dell Unityvsa Operating Environment.