CVE-2023-48670
First published: Fri Dec 22 2023(Updated: )
Dell SupportAssist for Home PCs version 3.14.1 and prior versions contain a privilege escalation vulnerability in the installer. A local low privileged authenticated attacker may potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the execution of arbitrary executable on the operating system with elevated privileges.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell SupportAssist for Home PCs | =3.14.2.45116 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-48670?
CVE-2023-48670 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows low privileged authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48670?
To mitigate CVE-2023-48670, update Dell SupportAssist for Home PCs to version 3.14.2.45116 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-48670?
CVE-2023-48670 affects users of Dell SupportAssist for Home PCs version 3.14.1 and earlier.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2023-48670?
CVE-2023-48670 allows local attackers to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary executables on the system.
Is CVE-2023-48670 easy to exploit?
Exploiting CVE-2023-48670 requires local access and authenticated privileges, making it more challenging for remote attackers.
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