CVE-2023-44304
CVE-2023-44304 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Dm5500 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (58th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Dell Dm5500 Firmware
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Description
Dell DM5500 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in the appliance. A remote attacker with low privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability to escape the restricted shell and gain root access to the appliance.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-44304?
- Dell DM5500 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in the appliance. A remote attacker with low privileges could potentially exploit this vulnerability to escape the restricted shell and gain root access to the appliance.
- How severe is CVE-2023-44304?
- CVE-2023-44304 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-44304 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-44304?
- CVE-2023-44304 affects Dell Dm5500 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-44304?
- 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-2023-44304 published?
- CVE-2023-44304 was published on 2023-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:dell:dm5500_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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