Advisory Details

December 16th, 2024

Dell Avamar Fitness Analyzer API SQL Injection Information Disclosure Vulnerability

ZDI-24-1691
ZDI-CAN-25067

CVE ID CVE-2024-52538
CVSS SCORE 7.1, AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L
AFFECTED VENDORS Dell
AFFECTED PRODUCTS Avamar
VULNERABILITY DETAILS

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Dell Avamar. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the processing of the start parameter provided to the report endpoint. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose stored credentials, leading to further compromise.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS Dell has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000258636/dsa-2024-489-security-update-for-dell-avamar-and-dell-avamar-virtual-edition-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities
DISCLOSURE TIMELINE
  • 2024-10-03 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2024-12-16 - Coordinated public release of advisory
  • 2024-12-16 - Advisory Updated
CREDIT Kentaro Kawane of GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae
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