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CVE-2023-25537

6.1 · MEDIUM

Dell PowerEdge 14G server BIOS versions prior to 2.18.1 and Dell Precision BIOS versions prior to 2.18.2, contain an Out of Bounds write vulnerability.

Published May 22, 2023CWE-787EPSS 0.18%

Overview

CVE-2023-25537 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 22, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Dell PowerEdge 14G server BIOS versions prior to 2.18.1 and Dell Precision BIOS versions prior to 2.18.2, contain an Out of Bounds write vulnerability. A local attacker with low privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability leading to exposure of some SMRAM stack/data/code in System Management Mode, leading to arbitrary code execution or escalation of privilege.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refwww.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000213550/dsa-2023-098-security-update-for-dell-poweredge-14g-server-bios-for-an-out-of-bounds-write-vulnerabilityRefwww.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000213550/dsa-2023-098-security-update-for-dell-poweredge-14g-server-bios-for-an-out-of-bounds-write-vulnerability

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-25537?

CVE-2023-25537 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 22, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-25537?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-25537?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-25537?

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