PatchTheCVECVE-2023-30630: Dmidecode before 3.5 allows -dump-bin to overwrite a local file
CVE-2023-30630 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.1) affecting dmidecode. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Dmidecode before 3.5 allows -dump-bin to overwrite a local file. This has security relevance because, for example, execution of Dmidecode via Sudo is plausible. NOTE: Some third parties have indicated the fix in 3.5 does not adequately address the vulnerability. The argument is that the proposed patch prevents dmidecode from writing to an existing file. However, there are multiple attack vectors that would not require overwriting an existing file
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 57%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-23 |
| Published | 2023-04-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2023-30630?
dmidecode: upgrade to 3.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-30630 being exploited?
CVE-2023-30630 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2023-30630 affect?
CVE-2023-30630 affects dmidecode. Severity is high (CVSS 7.1). Dmidecode before 3.5 allows -dump-bin to overwrite a local file. This has security relevance because, for example, execution of Dmidecode via Sudo is plausible. NOTE: Some third parties have indicated the fix in 3.5 does not adequately addr
How urgent is CVE-2023-30630?
Priority 41/100. High severity; Public exploit reference