How severe is CVE-2023-43079?

CVE-2023-43079 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-43079 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-43079?

CVE-2023-43079 affects Dell Emc Openmanage Server Administrator. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-43079?

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-2023-43079 published?

CVE-2023-43079 was published on 2023-10-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-43079

CVE-2023-43079 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Emc Openmanage Server Administrator 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-284.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (6th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-284
Affected product: Dell Emc Openmanage Server Administrator
Published: 2023-10-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell OpenManage Server Administrator, versions 11.0.0.0 and prior, contains an Improper Access Control vulnerability. A local low-privileged malicious user could potentially exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in order to elevate privileges on the system. Exploitation may lead to a complete system compromise.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-43079?: Dell OpenManage Server Administrator, versions 11.0.0.0 and prior, contains an Improper Access Control vulnerability. A local low-privileged malicious user could potentially exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in order to elevate privileges on the system. Exploitation may lead to a complete system compromise.
How severe is CVE-2023-43079?: CVE-2023-43079 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-43079 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-43079?: CVE-2023-43079 affects Dell Emc Openmanage Server Administrator. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43079?: 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-2023-43079 published?: CVE-2023-43079 was published on 2023-10-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000218469/dsa-2023-367-dell-openmanage-server-administrator-omsa-security-update-for-multiple-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dell:emc_openmanage_server_administrator:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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