CVE-2026-22768: Dell AppSync · Incorrect Permissions
Affects Dell AppSyncSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.3 High : upgrade to 4.6.1.0 or later soon.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 11:52 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 2% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 4.6.1.0 or later
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 1 Apr 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 30 Oct 2026.
What to do
Upgrade Dell AppSync to 4.6.1.0 or later.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| DellAppSync | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
Until an official patch is released by Dell, organizations should implement strict local access controls to limit who can log in or execute code on systems running Dell AppSync. Employ application whitelisting and endpoint protection solutions to detect and block suspicious activities related to AppSync processes. Regularly audit permissions on AppSync-related files and directories to ensure they are not overly permissive. Use least privilege principles for user accounts and restrict administrative privileges. Monitor system logs for unusual privilege escalation attempts or access patterns. Consider isolating systems running AppSync from less trusted networks or users to reduce exposure. Once Dell releases a patch, prioritize its deployment across all affected systems. Additionally, educate users about the risks of local privilege escalation and enforce strong authentication mechanisms to reduce the likelihood of unauthorized local access.
Description
Dell AppSync, version(s) 4.6.0, contain(s) an Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.