Dell Optimizer, versions prior to 6.3.1, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges.
PUBLISHED5.2CWE-59
Problem type
Affected products
Dell
Optimizer
< 6.3.1.0 - AFFECTED
References
GitHub Security Advisories
GHSA-qwh7-x4wh-7xgh
Dell Optimizer, versions prior to 6.3.1, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access (...
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-qwh7-x4wh-7xghDell Optimizer, versions prior to 6.3.1, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges.
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