CVE-2023-28055 Missing authorization in NetWorker

High 8.8 Published Updated

An unauthenticated attacker on the same network can manipulate commands to gain complete server access, leading to code execution, data leaks, and denial of service.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-28055?

CVE-2023-28055 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in Dell NetWorker, published on 26 Sep 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Dell NetWorker, Version 19.7 has an improper authorization vulnerability in the NetWorker client. An unauthenticated attacker within the same network could potentially exploit this by manipulating a command leading to gain of complete access to the server file further resulting in information leaks, denial of service, and arbitrary code execution. Dell recommends customers to upgrade at the earliest opportunity.

Weakness: CWE-285

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-28055?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dell Networker.

How do I fix CVE-2023-28055?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-28055 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2023-28055 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-28055 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mp86-vx96-gxr5.

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