Dell PowerProtect DM <20.2.0.0 Improper Input Validation Priv Escalation
CVE-2026-40714 Published on July 22, 2026
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, versions prior to 20.2.0.0, contain(s) an Improper Input Validation vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-40714 is exploitable with network 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
Improper Input Validation
The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-40714
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Affected Versions
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager:- Before 20.2.0.0 or later is affected.