Dell PowerScale OneFS incorrect default perms in 9.10.1.5 and below
CVE-2026-21423 Published on March 4, 2026
Dell PowerScale OneFS, versions prior to 9.10.1.6 and versions 9.11.0.0 through 9.12.0.1, contains an incorrect default permissions vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to code execution, denial of service, elevation of privileges, and information disclosure.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-21423 can be exploited with local system access, and requires 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
Incorrect Default Permissions
During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-21423
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Affected Versions
Dell PowerScale OneFS:- Version 9.11.0.0 through 9.12.0.1 and below 9.13.0.0 or later is affected.
- Version Versions prior to 9.10.1.6 and below 9.10.1.6 or later is affected.
Exploit Probability
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