CVE-2024-22463 in PowerScale OneFS
Summary
by MITRE • 03/04/2024
Dell PowerScale OneFS 8.2.x through 9.6.0.x contains a use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm vulnerability. A remote unprivileged attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to compromise of confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/08/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-22463 affects Dell PowerScale OneFS storage systems running versions 8.2.x through 9.6.0.x, representing a critical weakness in the cryptographic implementation that undermines data security. This issue falls under the category of weak cryptographic algorithms, specifically classified as CWE-327, which addresses the use of broken or risky cryptographic algorithms in software systems. The vulnerability resides in the authentication and encryption mechanisms of the storage platform, where outdated or insecure cryptographic primitives are being utilized for protecting sensitive information.
The technical flaw manifests in the improper implementation of cryptographic functions within the OneFS operating system, which is the foundation of Dell PowerScale storage arrays. Attackers can exploit this weakness to potentially decrypt sensitive data or manipulate authentication processes without requiring privileged access. The vulnerability's remote exploitation capability means that adversaries can target the system from external networks without needing physical access or elevated credentials. This represents a significant risk to enterprise environments where storage systems contain confidential data, user credentials, and business-critical information.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as it compromises both confidentiality and integrity of information stored within the PowerScale environment. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially gain unauthorized access to stored files, manipulate data consistency, and undermine the overall security posture of organizations relying on Dell PowerScale solutions. The risk is particularly severe in environments where sensitive data is processed or stored, as the cryptographic weakness directly undermines the security controls that should protect against unauthorized access and data modification.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including updating to the latest supported versions of Dell PowerScale OneFS where the cryptographic vulnerabilities have been addressed. System administrators should also conduct comprehensive security assessments to identify any potential exploitation attempts and monitor network traffic for suspicious activities. The remediation process should include verifying the cryptographic implementations within the storage environment and ensuring that all authentication and encryption mechanisms utilize industry-standard secure algorithms. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1552.001 (Unsecured Credentials) and T1021.002 (Remote Services) tactics, highlighting the need for both credential protection and secure remote access controls. Organizations should also consider implementing additional network segmentation and monitoring controls to detect and prevent potential exploitation attempts while awaiting the official security patches from Dell.