CVE-2020-35167
CWE-200Published: July 11, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Dell BSAFE Crypto-C Micro Edition, versions before 4.1.5, and Dell BSAFE Micro Edition Suite, versions before 4.6, contain an Observable Timing Discrepancy Vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability is an observable timing discrepancy within Dell BSAFE cryptographic components. The critical 9.8 CVSS score reflects the potential for unauthenticated remote attackers to compromise the system's security posture.
There is no evidence of public exploitation, and the vulnerability is not included in the CISA KEV list.
Ensure systems are updated to Dell BSAFE Crypto-C Micro Edition 4.1.5 or later and Dell BSAFE Micro Edition Suite 4.6 or later.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-35167 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-200): Information exposure vulnerabilities leak sensitive data to unauthorized actors.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-35167 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts