CVE-2026-40714

Improper Input Validation in Dell PowerProtect Data Manager Allows Privilege Escalation

Published Jul 22, 2026 CVSS 3.1 · 7.2 High EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
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.

Remediation

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Title Improper Input Validation in Dell PowerProtect Data Manager Allows Privilege Escalation
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Title Improper Input Validation Enabling Privilege Escalation in Dell PowerProtect Data Manager
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Title Improper Input Validation Enabling Privilege Escalation in Dell PowerProtect Data Manager
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First Time appeared Dell
Dell powerprotect Data Manager
Vendors & Products Dell
Dell powerprotect Data Manager
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Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

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Description 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.
Weaknesses CWE-20
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 7.2, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
dell
Published
Updated
Jul 24, 2026, 3:56 AM
Reserved
Apr 15, 2026, 5:04 AM
Status
Analyzed
Published
Jul 22, 2026, 4:17 PM
Modified
Oct 24, 2026, 1:10 PM