Overview
A security vulnerability has been identified in Dell Alienware Command Center (AWCC) software. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-46362, affects versions prior to 6.10.15.0. A low-privileged attacker with local access can exploit this Improper Access Control vulnerability to potentially tamper with sensitive information.
Technical Details
CVE-2025-46362 is an Improper Access Control vulnerability present in Dell Alienware Command Center 6.x (AWCC) versions before 6.10.15.0. The vulnerability stems from insufficient access control mechanisms, allowing a local attacker with limited privileges to gain unauthorized access and modify sensitive data managed by the application. This improper access control allows modification of data normally inaccessible to low privileged users.
CVSS Analysis
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) assigned this vulnerability a score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). This score reflects the potential impact of a successful exploit, considering the ease of exploitation (local access required) and the potential for information tampering.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-46362 could allow a low-privileged local attacker to:
- Modify configuration settings within AWCC.
- Potentially affect system performance or stability through tampered profiles.
- Compromise user settings related to lighting, fan control, and other customizable features.
The primary risk is Information Tampering, which could have unforeseen and potentially disruptive consequences for affected Alienware systems.
Mitigation or Patch Steps
The recommended mitigation is to upgrade your Dell Alienware Command Center (AWCC) to version 6.10.15.0 or later. This update contains the necessary security fixes to address the Improper Access Control vulnerability.
- Visit the Dell Support website.
- Search for the latest version of Alienware Command Center for your specific Alienware system model.
- Download and install the update following Dell’s instructions.
- Reboot your system after the update is complete.
It’s crucial to apply this update as soon as possible to protect your system from potential exploitation.
References
- CVE ID: CVE-2025-46362
- Dell Security Advisory: DSA-2025-392
