Improper Verification Vulnerability in Dell Command Update and Alienware Update
CVE-2021-36277

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Dell
Status
Alienware Command Center (awcc)
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 August 2021

Summary

Versions of Dell Command | Update, Dell Update, and Alienware Update prior to 4.3 contain an improper verification of cryptographic signature flaw. A local authenticated user could exploit this vulnerability, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive system resources.

Affected Version(s)

Alienware Command Center (AWCC) < 4.3

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000190110
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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