CVE-2024-28974 Weak cryptography in Data Protection Advisor

High 7.6 Published Updated

A low-privileged remote attacker can cause a denial of service in Dell Data Protection Advisor due to inadequate encryption strength.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-28974?

CVE-2024-28974 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Data Protection Advisor, published on 29 May 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Dell Data Protection Advisor, version(s) 19.9, contain(s) an Inadequate Encryption Strength vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Denial of service.

Weakness: CWE-326

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-28974?

It affects 3 products.

Products include Dell Data Protection Advisor, Dell Dp4400 Firmware, Dell Dp5900 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2024-28974?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-28974 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-28974 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-28974 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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