CVE-2026-46468: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain contains an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) affecting multiple versions including 7.7.1.0 through 8.7 and several LTS releases. A high privileged local attacker could exploit this to cause information exposure. The CVSS score is 4.4, indicating medium severity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
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Technical Summary
CVE-2026-46468 is an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain. This vulnerability affects versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7, LTS2026 release 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, and LTS2024 release 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. It allows a high privileged attacker with local access to potentially expose sensitive information by exploiting the improper handling of symbolic links before file access. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 4.4, reflecting a medium severity impact primarily on confidentiality. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow a high privileged local attacker to expose sensitive information due to improper link resolution before file access. There is no indication of impact on integrity or availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict local access to trusted users only and monitor for any suspicious activity related to file access. Follow Dell's official communications for updates on patches or mitigations.
CVE-2026-46468: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain
Description
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain contains an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) affecting multiple versions including 7.7.1.0 through 8.7 and several LTS releases. A high privileged local attacker could exploit this to cause information exposure. The CVSS score is 4.4, indicating medium severity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
CVSS v3.1
Score 4.4medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-46468 is an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability (CWE-59) in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain. This vulnerability affects versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7, LTS2026 release 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, and LTS2024 release 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. It allows a high privileged attacker with local access to potentially expose sensitive information by exploiting the improper handling of symbolic links before file access. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 4.4, reflecting a medium severity impact primarily on confidentiality. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow a high privileged local attacker to expose sensitive information due to improper link resolution before file access. There is no indication of impact on integrity or availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict local access to trusted users only and monitor for any suspicious activity related to file access. Follow Dell's official communications for updates on patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- dell
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-14T17:05:39.859Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a47b76327e9c79719be3e68
Added to database: 07/03/2026, 13:21:39 UTC
Last enriched: 07/03/2026, 13:36:49 UTC
Last updated: 07/03/2026, 13:44:36 UTC
Views: 3
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