Is CVE-2024-22433 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-22433 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-22433 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-22433 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-22433?

CVE-2024-22433 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-22433

CWE-538Published: February 6, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Dell Data Protection Search 19.2.0 and above contain an exposed password opportunity in plain text when using LdapSettings.get_ldap_info in DP Search. A remote unauthorized unauthenticated attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability leading to a loss of Confidentiality, Integrity, Protection, and remote takeover of the system. This is a high-severity vulnerability as it allows an attacker to take complete control of DP Search to affect downstream protected devices.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-22433 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.