CVE-2019-3727 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Dell EMC RecoverPoint versions prior to 5.1.3 and RecoverPoint for VMs versions prior to 5.2.0.2 are affected by an OS command injection vulnerability in the Boxmgmt CLI installation feature.

Understanding CVE-2019-3727

This CVE involves a vulnerability that allows malicious users to execute arbitrary commands as the root user.

What is CVE-2019-3727?

The installation feature of Boxmgmt CLI in Dell EMC RecoverPoint versions older than 5.1.3 and RecoverPoint for VMs versions older than 5.2.0.2 has a vulnerability that allows for OS command injection.

The Impact of CVE-2019-3727

CVSS Base Score: 6.4 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Local
Attack Complexity: High
Privileges Required: High
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High

Technical Details of CVE-2019-3727

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Dell EMC RecoverPoint allows a user to run arbitrary commands as the root user through the Boxmgmt CLI installation feature.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: RecoverPoint
Vendor: Dell EMC
Affected Versions: <= 5.2.0.2 (Custom Version)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a malicious user to inject OS commands through the Boxmgmt CLI, potentially leading to unauthorized command execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-3727 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade affected versions to the latest secure releases.
Implement strict access controls to limit the privileges of users.
Monitor and audit CLI commands for unusual activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on secure CLI usage and best practices.
Stay informed about security updates and patches.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Dell EMC promptly.