Vulnerability identifier: #VU79270

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-28066

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OS Recovery Tool
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Dell

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to elevate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and elevate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OS Recovery Tool: 2.2.4013 - 2.3.7012.0

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External links
http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000212575/dsa-2023-147

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.