How severe is CVE-2023-32493?

CVE-2023-32493 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2023-32493 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-32493?

CVE-2023-32493 affects Dell Powerscale Onefs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-32493?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2023-32493 published?

CVE-2023-32493 was published on 2023-08-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-32493

CVE-2023-32493 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Powerscale Onefs with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-693.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (47th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-693
Affected product: Dell Powerscale Onefs
Published: 2023-08-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell PowerScale OneFS, 9.5.0.x, contains a protection mechanism bypass vulnerability. An unprivileged, remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to denial of service, information disclosure and remote execution.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-32493?: Dell PowerScale OneFS, 9.5.0.x, contains a protection mechanism bypass vulnerability. An unprivileged, remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to denial of service, information disclosure and remote execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-32493?: CVE-2023-32493 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2023-32493 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-32493?: CVE-2023-32493 affects Dell Powerscale Onefs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32493?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-32493 published?: CVE-2023-32493 was published on 2023-08-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000216717/dsa-2023-269-security-update-for-dell-powerscale-onefs-for-multiple-security-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

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