Remote code execution in Dell NetWorker
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-24576 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-287 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software |
EMC NetWorker Server Server applications / Other server solutions |
| Vendor | Dell |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Authentication
EUVDB-ID: #VU72083
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24576
CWE-ID:
CWE-287 - Improper Authentication
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in the authentication process in the NetWorker Client execution service (nsrexecd), when oldauth authentication method is used. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass authentication process and execute arbitrary code on the system.
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Vulnerable software versionsEMC NetWorker Server: 19.4.0.6 - 19.8
CPE2.3- cpe:2.3:a:dell:networker_server:19.4.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:
- cpe:2.3:a:dell:networker_server:19.5.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:
- cpe:2.3:a:dell:networker_server:19.5.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
