Improper Input Validation in Dell BIOS Affects System Security
CVE-2023-25938

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Dell
Status
Cpg BiOS
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 June 2023

Summary

An improper input validation vulnerability exists in the Dell BIOS. This flaw could allow a local authenticated user with the necessary administrator privileges to potentially exploit the vulnerability and manipulate UEFI variables. If exploited, this could result in unauthorized changes to system settings and compromise overall system integrity. Users are advised to update to the latest BIOS versions as recommended by the vendor to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

CPG BIOS All Versions

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000212204/dsa-20...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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