CVE-2023-28070: High severity alienware command center vulnerability

Published May 3, 2023
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Updated

Alienware Command Center Application, versions 5.5.43.0 and prior, contain an improper access control vulnerability. A local malicious user could potentially exploit this vulnerability during installation or update process leading to privilege escalation.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Dell Alienware Command Center<5.5.46.0

Event History

May 3, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
09:15 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-28070.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is 'Alienware Command Center Application versions 5.5.43.0 and prior contain an improper access control vulnerability.'

3

What is the description of the vulnerability?

The vulnerability is an improper access control vulnerability in Alienware Command Center Application versions 5.5.43.0 and prior.

4

What software versions are affected by this vulnerability?

Alienware Command Center Application versions 5.5.43.0 and prior are affected by this vulnerability.

5

How severe is this vulnerability?

This vulnerability has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

6

How can I fix this vulnerability?

To fix this vulnerability, update Alienware Command Center Application to version 5.5.46.0 or later.

7

Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?

You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following link: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000212277/dsa-2023-135.

8

What is the CWE ID for this vulnerability?

The CWE ID for this vulnerability is 284.

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