Vulnerability identifier: #VU71423

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-23691

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PV ME5012
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
PV ME5024
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
PV ME5084
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Dell

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a Client-side desync issue. A remote attacker can force a victim's browser to desynchronize its connection with the website.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PV ME5012: 5.1.0.0.0 - 5.1.0.1.0

PV ME5024: 5.1.0.0.0 - 5.1.0.1.0

PV ME5084: 5.1.0.0.0 - 5.1.0.1.0

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External links
http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000207533/dsa-2023-018-dell-emc-powervault-me5-security-update-for-a-client-desync-attack-vulnerability

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.