7.3
CWE
285
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-34405

First published: Wed Jan 25 2023(Updated: )

An improper access control vulnerability was identified in the Realtek audio driver. A local authenticated malicious user may potentially exploit this vulnerability by waiting for an administrator to launch the application and attach to the process to elevate privileges on the system.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9433.1
Dell Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5
Dell G15 5515 Firmware
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9400.1
Dell Alienware m15 R6 Firmware
Dell G15 5510 Firmware
Dell G15 5511 Firmware
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9394.1
Dell Alienware Area 51m R1 Firmware
Dell Alienware Area 51m R2 Firmware
Dell Alienware Aurora R10 Firmware
Dell Alienware Aurora R11
Dell Alienware Aurora R12
Dell Alienware Aurora R8
Dell Alienware Aurora R9
Dell Alienware m15 R1 Firmware
Dell Alienware m15 R2 Firmware
Dell Alienware 15 R3
Dell Alienware M15 R4 Firmware
Dell Alienware m17 R1 firmware
Dell Alienware m17 R2 firmware
Dell Alienware m17 R3 firmware
Dell Alienware M17xr4
Dell G5 5000 Firmware
Dell G5 5090 firmware
Dell G5 15 5590
Dell G7 17 7590 Firmware
Dell G7 17 7790
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9407.1
Dell G7 15 7500 Firmware
Dell G7 17 7700
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9388.1
Dell Alienware Aurora R13 Firmware
Dell Alienware x15 R1 Firmware
Dell Alienware X17 R1 Firmware
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9254.1
Dell Gaming G3 3590
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9422.1
Dell G3 15 3500
Dell G5 15 5500 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this security issue is CVE-2022-34405.

  • What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-34405?

    The severity rating of CVE-2022-34405 is 7.3 (High).

  • What software is affected by CVE-2022-34405?

    The Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver versions up to and including 6.0.9433.1 are affected.

  • How can a local authenticated malicious user exploit CVE-2022-34405?

    A local authenticated malicious user can potentially exploit CVE-2022-34405 by waiting for an administrator to launch the application and attach to the process to elevate privileges on the system.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-34405?

    More information about CVE-2022-34405 can be found at: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000205721/dsa-2022-316-dell-client-security-update-for-a-realtek-high-definition-audio-driver-vulnerability

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