Dell Repository Manager <3.4.8 Uncontrolled PATH Vulnerability
CVE-2026-21420 Published on February 23, 2026
Dell Repository Manager (DRM), versions prior to 3.4.8, contains an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary code execution and escalation of privileges.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-21420 is exploitable with local system access, requires user interaction and a small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be very high.
Weakness Type
What is a DLL preloading Vulnerability?
The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors.
CVE-2026-21420 has been classified to as a DLL preloading vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-21420
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Affected Versions
Dell Repository Manager:- Before 3.4.8 or later is affected.
Exploit Probability
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