CVE-2026-44274: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS)
Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS), versions prior to WMS 2605, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-44274 describes an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) in Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS) versions prior to 2605. This vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with local access to exploit the improper handling of symbolic links or similar link types before accessing files, potentially leading to unauthorized access. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation level or patch information is currently provided, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access by a low privileged local attacker, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The high CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability could have serious consequences if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor Dell's advisories for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict local access to trusted users only to reduce risk.
CVE-2026-44274: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS)
Description
Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS), versions prior to WMS 2605, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-44274 describes an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) in Dell Wyse Management Suite (WMS) versions prior to 2605. This vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with local access to exploit the improper handling of symbolic links or similar link types before accessing files, potentially leading to unauthorized access. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation level or patch information is currently provided, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access by a low privileged local attacker, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The high CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability could have serious consequences if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor Dell's advisories for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict local access to trusted users only to reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- dell
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-05T17:04:45.714Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a399346eed863c81e5b326b
Added to database: 06/22/2026, 19:55:50 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 21:45:45 UTC
Last updated: 08/07/2026, 00:41:14 UTC
Views: 54
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