CVE-2026-27101
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Path Traversal in Dell SCG 5.x Enables Remote Code Execution

Publication date: 2026-04-01

Last updated on: 2026-04-02

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) 5.0 Appliance and Application version(s) 5.28.00.xx to 5.32.00.xx, contain(s) an Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker within the management network could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to remote execution.
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Published
2026-04-01
Last Modified
2026-04-02
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-04-01
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
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Vendor Product Version / Range
dell secure_connect_gateway From 5.28.00.00 (inc) to 5.34.00.00 (exc)
dell secure_connect_gateway From 5.28.00.00 (inc) to 5.34.00.00 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Path Traversal issue found in Dell Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) 5.0 Appliance and Application versions 5.28.00.xx to 5.32.00.xx. It allows a highly privileged attacker within the management network to improperly access restricted directories by manipulating pathnames, which can lead to remote code execution.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with high privileges on the management network to execute code remotely on the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized control, data compromise, or disruption of services.

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