Is CVE-2023-32462 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-32462 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-32462 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-32462 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-32462?

CVE-2023-32462 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-32462

CWE-20Published: February 15, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Dell OS10 Networking Switches running 10.5.2.x and above contain an OS command injection vulnerability when using remote user authentication. A remote unauthenticated attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the execution of arbitrary OS commands and possible system takeover. This is a critical vulnerability as it allows an attacker to cause severe damage. Dell recommends customers to upgrade at the earliest opportunity.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Dell SmartFabric OS10 switches are susceptible to OS command injection when remote user authentication is used. This critical vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands, leading to full system compromise.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Users should upgrade to the latest version of Dell SmartFabric OS10 to remediate the command injection flaw.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-32462 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.