Dell ObjectScale, versions prior to 4.3.0.1, contain(s) an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. (CVE-2026-56090)
Dell ObjectScale versions prior to 4.3.0.1 have an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability (CWE-427). This flaw allows a low privileged attacker with local access to potentially elevate their privileges. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.3. No specific patch or remediation details are provided in the available data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-56090 describes an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Dell ObjectScale versions before 4.3.0.1. This vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker with local, low privilege access to escalate their privileges on the affected system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-427, indicating that the software improperly controls the search path for executable files or libraries, which can lead to execution of malicious code with elevated privileges.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to elevation of privileges, allowing an attacker to gain higher-level access than intended. This could compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS score of 7.3 reflects a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users should monitor Dell's advisories for updates and apply any official fixes once available. Until then, restrict local access to trusted users only.
Dell ObjectScale, versions prior to 4.3.0.1, contain(s) an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. (CVE-2026-56090)
Description
Dell ObjectScale versions prior to 4.3.0.1 have an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability (CWE-427). This flaw allows a low privileged attacker with local access to potentially elevate their privileges. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.3. No specific patch or remediation details are provided in the available data.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.3high
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-56090 describes an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Dell ObjectScale versions before 4.3.0.1. This vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker with local, low privilege access to escalate their privileges on the affected system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-427, indicating that the software improperly controls the search path for executable files or libraries, which can lead to execution of malicious code with elevated privileges.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to elevation of privileges, allowing an attacker to gain higher-level access than intended. This could compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS score of 7.3 reflects a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users should monitor Dell's advisories for updates and apply any official fixes once available. Until then, restrict local access to trusted users only.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-f5v9-7r7w-6p6v
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-56090"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a833345bf8831d5392a3c68
Added to database: 08/17/2026, 16:13:57 UTC
Last enriched: 08/17/2026, 16:26:13 UTC
Last updated: 08/17/2026, 19:01:16 UTC
Views: 3
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