CVE-2024-22432

CVE-2024-22432 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Networker with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-522.

Key facts

Description

Networker 19.9 and all prior versions contains a Plain-text Password stored in temporary config file during backup duration in NMDA MySQL Database backups. User has low privilege access to Networker Client system could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of configured MySQL Database user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable application Database with privileges of the compromised account.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-22432?
Networker 19.9 and all prior versions contains a Plain-text Password stored in temporary config file during backup duration in NMDA MySQL Database backups. User has low privilege access to Networker Client system could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of configured MySQL Database user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable application Database with privileges of the compromised account.
How severe is CVE-2024-22432?
CVE-2024-22432 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-22432 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-22432?
CVE-2024-22432 affects Dell Networker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-22432?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-22432 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-22432 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-19976.
When was CVE-2024-22432 published?
CVE-2024-22432 was published on 2024-01-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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