CVE-2025-22473 in SmartFabric OS10 Software
Summary
by MITRE • 03/17/2025
Dell SmartFabric OS10 Software, version(s) 10.5.4.x, 10.5.5.x, 10.5.6.x, 10.6.0.x, contain(s) an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Code execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/14/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-22473 affects Dell SmartFabric OS10 Software across multiple versions including 10.5.4.x, 10.5.5.x, 10.5.6.x, and 10.6.0.x. This represents a critical command injection flaw that resides within the software's handling of user input during command processing operations. The vulnerability falls under CWE-77 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in commands, making it a classic example of command injection where malicious input can be executed as system commands.
The technical flaw manifests when the software fails to properly sanitize or validate input parameters that are subsequently used in command execution contexts. An attacker with low privileged local access can craft malicious input that bypasses normal input validation mechanisms and gets interpreted as executable commands by the underlying operating system. This weakness creates a direct pathway for arbitrary code execution, allowing an attacker to perform actions with the privileges of the affected software process. The vulnerability's impact is particularly concerning given that it requires only local access, meaning an attacker who has already gained some level of system presence can escalate their privileges significantly.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses substantial risk to network infrastructure management systems that rely on Dell SmartFabric OS10 for fabric switching operations. The command injection vulnerability could enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on network switches, potentially leading to complete network compromise, data exfiltration, or disruption of critical network services. The low privilege requirement for exploitation makes this vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by attackers who have gained minimal access through other means. Network administrators must consider that successful exploitation could allow attackers to manipulate switch configurations, monitor network traffic, or establish persistent access points within the network infrastructure.
The attack surface for this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 which covers command and scripting interpreter execution. This aligns with the broader category of privilege escalation attacks where initial access is leveraged to gain higher privileges through command injection mechanisms. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying vendor patches, restricting local access to network devices, and monitoring for suspicious command execution patterns. Network segmentation and least privilege access controls become critical defensive measures while the vulnerability remains unpatched. The affected software's role in fabric switching operations makes this particularly concerning for data center and enterprise network environments where network reliability and security are paramount.