CVE-2026-21420
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Uncontrolled Search Path in Dell Repository Manager Allows Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-02-23

Last updated on: 2026-02-24

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell Repository Manager (DRM), versions prior to 3.4.8, contains an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary code execution and escalation of privileges.

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Published
2026-02-23
Last Modified
2026-02-24
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-02-23
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
NVD
CVE-2026-21420
EUVD
EUVD-2026-7388

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Vendor Product Version / Range
dell repository_manager to 3.4.8 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-427 The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors.

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Executive Summary

Dell Repository Manager (DRM), versions prior to 3.4.8, contains an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. This means that the software does not properly control the paths it searches for executable files or libraries, which can be exploited by a low privileged attacker who has local access to the system.

By exploiting this vulnerability, the attacker could execute arbitrary code and escalate their privileges on the affected system.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow a low privileged local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

As a result, the attacker could escalate their privileges, potentially gaining higher-level access than intended, which could lead to unauthorized actions or control over the system.

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