PatchTheCVECVE-2025-38743: Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM), versions prior to 6.0.3.0, contains a Buffer Access with Incorrect Length Val
CVE-2025-38743 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) 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 (iSM), versions prior to 6.0.3.0, contains a Buffer Access with Incorrect Length Value vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Code execution and Elevation of privileges.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 96%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-805 |
| Published | 2025-08-21 |
| 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-2025-38743?
emc idrac service module: upgrade to 6.0.3.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2025-38743 being exploited?
CVE-2025-38743 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-2025-38743 affect?
CVE-2025-38743 affects emc idrac service module. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM), versions prior to 6.0.3.0, contains a Buffer Access with Incorrect Length Value vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Code execut
How urgent is CVE-2025-38743?
Priority 28/100. High severity
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