8.8
CWE
285
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-28055

First published: Tue Sep 26 2023(Updated: )

Dell NetWorker, Version 19.7 has an improper authorization vulnerability in the NetWorker client. An unauthenticated attacker within the same network could potentially exploit this by manipulating a command leading to gain of complete access to the server file further resulting in information leaks, denial of service, and arbitrary code execution. Dell recommends customers to upgrade at the earliest opportunity.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dell EMC NetWorker>=19.7<19.7.0.5
Dell EMC NetWorker>=19.8<19.8.0.3
Dell EMC NetWorker>=19.9<19.9.0.2
Dell EMC NetWorker=19.7.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this Dell NetWorker vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for this Dell NetWorker vulnerability is CVE-2023-28055.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-28055?

    The severity of CVE-2023-28055 is high.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-28055?

    An unauthenticated attacker within the same network can exploit CVE-2023-28055 by manipulating a command to gain complete access to the server files, potentially resulting in information leaks.

  • Which versions of Dell NetWorker are affected by CVE-2023-28055?

    Dell NetWorker Version 19.7, 19.8, and 19.9, as well as 19.7.1, are affected by CVE-2023-28055.

  • Where can I find more information about this Dell NetWorker vulnerability?

    You can find more information about this Dell NetWorker vulnerability at the following link: [Dell Support KB Article](https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000218003/dsa-2023-294-security-update-for-dell-networker-nw-client-vulnerabilities).

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