CVE-2024-47238: Input Validation

Published Dec 12, 2024
·
Updated

Dell Client Platform BIOS contains an Improper Input Validation vulnerability in an externally developed component. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

17 affected components
Dell Client Platform BIOS
All of the following
Dell Embedded Box Pc 3000 Firmware<1.25.0
Dell Embedded Box Pc 3000
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 3001 Firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3001
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 3002 Firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3002
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 3003 Firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3003
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 5000 Firmware<1.29.0
Dell Edge Gateway 5000
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 5100 Firmware<1.29.0
Dell Edge Gateway 5100
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 3000 Firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3000
All of the following
Dell Edge Gateway 3200 Firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3200

Event History

Dec 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47238?

CVE-2024-47238 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by a privileged attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-47238?

To mitigate CVE-2024-47238, it is recommended to update the Dell Client Platform BIOS to the latest version provided by Dell.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-47238?

CVE-2024-47238 affects various Dell Edge Gateway and Embedded Box PC firmware versions up to certain releases.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-47238?

CVE-2024-47238 is classified as an Improper Input Validation vulnerability within the Dell Client Platform BIOS.

5

Could CVE-2024-47238 allow remote attacks?

CVE-2024-47238 requires local access for exploitation, thus preventing remote attacks.

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