CVE-2022-34405: High severity realtek high definition audio driver vulnerability

Published Jan 25, 2023
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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.

Affected Software

40 affected components
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9433.1
Dell Alienware M15 Ryzen Edition R5
Dell G15 5515
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9400.1
Dell Alienware M15 R6
Dell G15 5510
Dell G15 5511
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9394.1
Dell Alienware Area 51m R1
Dell Alienware Area 51m R2
Dell Alienware Aurora R10
Dell Alienware Aurora R11
Dell Alienware Aurora R12
Dell Alienware Aurora R8
Dell Alienware Aurora R9
Dell Alienware M15 R1
Dell Alienware M15 R2
Dell Alienware M15 R3
Dell Alienware M15 R4
Dell Alienware M17 R1
Dell Alienware M17 R2
Dell Alienware M17 R3
Dell Alienware M17 R4
Dell G5 5000
Dell G5 5090
Dell G5 5590
Dell G7 7590
Dell G7 7790
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9407.1
Dell G7 7500
Dell G7 7700
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9388.1
Dell Alienware Aurora R13
Dell Alienware X15 R1
Dell Alienware X17 R1
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9254.1
Dell G3 3590
Dell Realtek High Definition Audio Driver<6.0.9422.1
Dell G3 3500
Dell G5 5500

Event History

Jan 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

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

2

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

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

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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