CVE-2025-38743: High severity Dell iDRAC Service Module vulnerability

Published Aug 21, 2025
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Updated

Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM), versions prior to 6.0.3.0, contains a Buffer Access with Incorrect Length Value vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Code execution and Elevation of privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Dell iDRAC Service Module<6.0.3.0
Dell EMC iDRAC Service Module<6.0.3.0

Event History

Aug 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-38743?

CVE-2025-38743 is considered a vulnerability that could lead to code execution and elevation of privileges but is categorized with low severity due to requiring local access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-38743?

To fix CVE-2025-38743, update your Dell iDRAC Service Module to version 6.0.3.0 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-38743?

CVE-2025-38743 affects users of Dell iDRAC Service Module versions prior to 6.0.3.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-38743?

CVE-2025-38743 is a Buffer Access with Incorrect Length Value vulnerability.

5

Can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2025-38743?

No, a low privileged attacker must have local access to exploit CVE-2025-38743.

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