CVE-2023-23698: High severity dell update vulnerability

Published Feb 10, 2023
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Updated

Dell Command | Update, Dell Update, and Alienware Update versions before 4.6.0 and 4.7.1 contain Insecure Operation on Windows Junction in the installer component. A local malicious user may potentially exploit this vulnerability leading to arbitrary file delete.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dell Alienware Update=4.6.0
Dell Alienware Update=4.7.1
Dell Command Update=4.6.0
Dell Command Update=4.7.1

Event History

Feb 10, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-23698?

CVE-2023-23698 is a vulnerability found in Dell Command | Update, Dell Update, and Alienware Update versions before 4.6.0 and 4.7.1 on Windows, which allows a local malicious user to potentially delete arbitrary files.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-23698?

CVE-2023-23698 has a severity rating of 7.1 (High).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-23698?

Dell Command | Update versions before 4.6.0 and 4.7.1, Dell Update versions before 4.6.0 and 4.7.1, and Alienware Update versions before 4.6.0 and 4.7.1 are affected by CVE-2023-23698.

4

How can a local malicious user exploit CVE-2023-23698?

A local malicious user can exploit CVE-2023-23698 by taking advantage of an Insecure Operation on Windows Junction in the installer component, which may lead to arbitrary file deletion.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-23698?

More information about CVE-2023-23698 can be found at the following link: [Dell Support KB](https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000208038/dsa-2023-031)

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