#VU95141 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in PowerEdge Server BIOS and Precision Rack BIOS - CVE-2024-0172

Vulnerability identifier: #VU95141

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 4.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-0172

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PowerEdge Server BIOS
Other software / Other software solutions
Precision Rack BIOS
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Dell

Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain elevated privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to this vulnerability, leading. An authenticated local user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to privilege escalation.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PowerEdge Server BIOS: All versions

Precision Rack BIOS: All versions

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External links
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000223727/dsa-2024-035-security-update-for-dell-poweredge-server-bios-for-an-improper-privilege-management-security-vulnerability

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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.