PatchTheCVECVE-2024-38489: Dell iDRAC Service Module version 5.3.0.0 and prior contains Out of bound write Vulnerability
CVE-2024-38489 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.1) affecting emc idrac service module. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Dell iDRAC Service Module version 5.3.0.0 and prior contains Out of bound write Vulnerability. A privileged local attacker could execute arbitrary code potentially resulting in a denial of service (partial) event.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.1 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 91%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2024-08-01 |
| 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-2024-38489?
emc idrac service module: upgrade to 5.3.1.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-38489 being exploited?
CVE-2024-38489 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-2024-38489 affect?
CVE-2024-38489 affects emc idrac service module. Severity is low (CVSS 3.1). Dell iDRAC Service Module version 5.3.0.0 and prior contains Out of bound write Vulnerability. A privileged local attacker could execute arbitrary code potentially resulting in a denial of service (partial) event.
How urgent is CVE-2024-38489?
Priority 13/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Software pages
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