Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 5.3.x contains a brute force/dictionary attack vulnerability. An unauthenticated remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to launch a brute force attack or a dictionary attack against the RecoverPoint login form. This allows attackers to brute-force the password of valid users in an automated manner.
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame, making it more susceptible to brute force attacks.
Common protection mechanisms include:
Use a vetted library or framework that does not allow this weakness to occur or provides constructs that make this weakness easier to avoid.
Consider using libraries with authentication capabilities such as OpenSSL or the ESAPI Authenticator. [REF-45]