CVE-2025-43993 in Wireless 5932e
Summary
by MITRE • 09/25/2025
Dell Wireless 5932e and Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 Firmware and GNSS/GPS Driver, versions prior to 3.2.0.22 contain an Unquoted Search Path or Element 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 • 09/26/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-43993 affects Dell Wireless 5932e and Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 firmware and GNSS/GPS driver versions prior to 3.2.0.22, representing a critical security flaw that stems from improper path resolution mechanisms. This vulnerability falls under the category of unquoted search path or element issues, which are commonly classified as CWE-178 by the Common Weakness Enumeration standard. The flaw occurs when system components fail to properly quote or validate paths during executable loading processes, creating opportunities for malicious code injection. Attackers can exploit this weakness by placing malicious executables in directories that are searched before the intended target locations, effectively hijacking the execution flow of legitimate applications.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves the firmware and driver components failing to properly handle path strings during component loading operations. When the system attempts to locate and execute required binaries, it searches through a series of directories without proper path quoting mechanisms. This creates a scenario where an attacker with local access can place malicious executables in directory paths that are searched before the legitimate components, allowing for privilege escalation and code execution. The vulnerability specifically impacts the GNSS/GPS driver functionality and wireless firmware operations, which are critical components in mobile and embedded systems where security is paramount.
From an operational perspective, the impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution capabilities to encompass broader system compromise potential. The low privilege attacker requirement makes this vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by users with minimal system access, potentially escalating to full system control. The affected hardware platforms typically include mobile devices, embedded systems, and IoT devices where these wireless components are integrated, making the attack surface significant across multiple device categories. This vulnerability can be leveraged to establish persistent access points, exfiltrate sensitive data, or deploy additional malicious payloads, making it a serious concern for enterprise and consumer environments alike.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-43993 should prioritize immediate firmware and driver updates to version 3.2.0.22 or later, which contain the necessary patches to address the unquoted search path vulnerability. System administrators should implement strict access controls and privilege separation to minimize potential exploitation opportunities, while also monitoring for suspicious executable placements in system directories. Network segmentation and endpoint protection measures can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts, particularly focusing on monitoring for unauthorized binary installations in critical system paths. The vulnerability aligns with several ATT&CK framework techniques including privilege escalation and execution through legitimate system processes, emphasizing the need for comprehensive security monitoring and response procedures to detect and remediate such threats effectively.