CVE-2023-33413: The configuration functionality in the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) baseboard managemen...
The configuration functionality in the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) baseboard management controller (BMC) implementation on Supermicro X11 and M11 based devices, with firmware versions through 3.17.02, allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.
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Supermicro server management controllers on X11 and M11-based devices may let a logged-in remote user run arbitrary commands through BMC configuration functionality. Because BMCs can control server power and management functions, compromise can have operational impact beyond a normal application bug. Organizations with Supermicro X11 or M11-based systems running BMC firmware 3.17.02 or earlier. Exposure is higher where IPMI/BMC management interfaces are reachable from broad internal networks, VPN users, or shared administrator environments. Treat as high priority for infrastructure teams if Supermicro X11 or M11 servers are present. The issue requires authenticated access, but BMC command execution can affect server availability, recovery, and trust in management operations. Mitigation focus: Identify Supermicro X11 and M11 systems with BMC/IPMI enabled.; Check Supermicro’s December 2023 BMC advisory for official firmware guidance.; Update affected BMC firmware according to Supermicro guidance..
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