CVE-2026-80357: CWE-1191: On-Chip Debug and Test Interface With Improper Access Control in Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS)
Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS), versions prior to 2.2.13.2038, contains an On-Chip Debug and Test Interface With Improper Access Control vulnerability in the SMCU on 17G BOSS-N1 controllers. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-80357 describes an improper access control vulnerability in the On-Chip Debug and Test Interface of the SMCU on 17G BOSS-N1 controllers in Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS) versions prior to 2.2.13.2038. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized access, potentially compromising the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-1191 and carries a CVSS 3.1 score of 7.0, reflecting high severity. No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no vendor patch links are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access through the On-Chip Debug and Test Interface due to improper access control. This could lead to a complete compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability if exploited by an attacker with physical access. The high CVSS score indicates significant potential impact, but exploitation requires physical presence, limiting remote attack vectors.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch links or official fixes are provided in the input data, users should monitor Dell's official security advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict physical access to affected devices and implement physical security controls to mitigate risk.
CVE-2026-80357: CWE-1191: On-Chip Debug and Test Interface With Improper Access Control in Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS)
Description
Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS), versions prior to 2.2.13.2038, contains an On-Chip Debug and Test Interface With Improper Access Control vulnerability in the SMCU on 17G BOSS-N1 controllers. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.0high
Affected software
Dell
Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS)
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-80357 describes an improper access control vulnerability in the On-Chip Debug and Test Interface of the SMCU on 17G BOSS-N1 controllers in Dell Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS) versions prior to 2.2.13.2038. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized access, potentially compromising the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-1191 and carries a CVSS 3.1 score of 7.0, reflecting high severity. No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no vendor patch links are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access through the On-Chip Debug and Test Interface due to improper access control. This could lead to a complete compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability if exploited by an attacker with physical access. The high CVSS score indicates significant potential impact, but exploitation requires physical presence, limiting remote attack vectors.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch links or official fixes are provided in the input data, users should monitor Dell's official security advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict physical access to affected devices and implement physical security controls to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- dell
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-26T10:04:27.589Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aba7aabf7a7c54106cb9e85
Added to database: 09/28/2026, 14:33:15 UTC
Last enriched: 09/28/2026, 14:47:52 UTC
Last updated: 09/29/2026, 02:51:10 UTC
Views: 16
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