CVE-2023-25542

Name: CVE-2023-25542
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-06T07:15:06.777+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-25542 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Dell Trusted Device Agent, versions prior to 5.3.0, contain(s) an improper installation permissions vulnerability. An unauthenticated local attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to escalated privileges. . EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Dell Trusted Device Agent, versions prior to 5.3.0, contain(s) an improper installation permissions vulnerability. An unauthenticated local attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to escalated privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.15%

4.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dell	Trusted Device Agent	< 5.3.0

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000209461/dsa-2023-074Vendor Advisory
https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000209461/dsa-2023-074Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 6, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-25542?

How severe is CVE-2023-25542?

CVE-2023-25542 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25542?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-25542?

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Source: NVD / NIST