CVE-2026-21423
Received Received - Intake
Incorrect Default Permissions in Dell PowerScale OneFS Enables Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-03-04

Last updated on: 2026-03-04

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell PowerScale OneFS, versions prior to 9.10.1.6 and versions 9.11.0.0 through 9.12.0.1, contains an incorrect default permissions vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to code execution, denial of service, elevation of privileges, and information disclosure.
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Published
2026-03-04
Last Modified
2026-03-04
Generated
2026-05-07
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2026-03-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-05-05
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Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
dell powerscale_onefs to 9.10.1.6 (exc)
dell powerscale_onefs From 9.11.0.0 (inc) to 9.13.0.0 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-276 During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files.
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability exists in Dell PowerScale OneFS versions prior to 9.10.1.6 and versions 9.11.0.0 through 9.12.0.1. It is caused by incorrect default permissions.

A highly privileged attacker with local access to the system could exploit this flaw.

Exploitation could lead to code execution, denial of service, elevation of privileges, and information disclosure.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

If exploited, this vulnerability can have serious impacts including:

  • Execution of arbitrary code by an attacker.
  • Denial of service, potentially disrupting system availability.
  • Elevation of privileges, allowing attackers to gain higher access rights.
  • Disclosure of sensitive information.

How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:

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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?

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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?

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