7.5
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-47238: Input Validation

First published: Thu 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.

Credit: security_alert@emc.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dell Platform BIOS
All of
Dell embedded box pc 3000 firmware<1.25.0
Dell embedded box pc 3000
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 3001<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3001 Firmware
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 3002<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3002 Firmware
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 3003<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3003 Firmware
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 5000 firmware<1.29.0
Dell Edge Gateway 5000 firmware
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 5100<1.29.0
Dell Edge Gateway 5100 firmware
All of
Dell edge gateway 3000 firmware<1.19.0
Dell edge gateway 3000
All of
Dell Edge Gateway 3200 firmware<1.19.0
Dell Edge Gateway 3200 firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Could CVE-2024-47238 allow remote attacks?

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

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