CVE-2022-32493

Description

Dell BIOS contains an Stack-Based Buffer Overflow vulnerability. A local authenticated malicious user may potentially exploit this vulnerability by using an SMI to gain arbitrary code execution in SMRAM.

Categories

6.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory dell.com
Affected: Dell CPG BIOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/000203758 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-32493?
CVE-2022-32493 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-32493?
To fix CVE-2022-32493, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-32493 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-32493 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-32493?
CVE-2022-32493 affects Dell CPG BIOS.
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