CVE-2024-38486 Command injection in SmartFabric OS10 Software

High 7.5 Published 6 Sep 2024 Updated 6 Sep 2024

A low-privileged remote attacker can execute arbitrary commands on Dell SmartFabric OS10 network switches due to improper input neutralization.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2024-38486?

CVE-2024-38486 is a high-severity command injection vulnerability in Dell SmartFabric OS10 Software, published on 6 Sep 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Dell SmartFabric OS10 Software, version(s) 10.5.5.4 through 10.5.5.10 and 10.5.6.x , contain(s) an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Command execution.

Weakness: CWE-77

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-38486?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dell Smartfabric Os10.

How do I fix CVE-2024-38486?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-38486 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.

Is CVE-2024-38486 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-38486 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vpwc-r7wc-v95r.