CVE-2026-27105
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Improper Link Resolution Leading to Arbitrary File Write in Dell Alienware Purchased Apps

Publication date: 2026-04-29

Last updated on: 2026-05-05

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell/Alienware Purchased Apps, versions prior to 1.1.31.0, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Arbitrary File Write
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Published
2026-04-29
Last Modified
2026-05-05
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2026-06-16
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2026-04-30
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-27105
EUVD
EUVD-2026-26269
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Vendor Product Version / Range
dell dell/alienware_purchased_apps to 1.1.31.0 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-59 The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.
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Executive Summary

The vulnerability exists in Dell/Alienware Purchased Apps versions prior to 1.1.31.0 and is an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access, also known as a 'Link Following' vulnerability.

This means that a low privileged attacker with local access could exploit the way the application resolves links before accessing files, potentially allowing them to write arbitrary files on the system.

Impact Analysis

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker with low privileges and local access to write arbitrary files on the affected system.

This could lead to unauthorized modification of files, potentially compromising the integrity and availability of the system or applications.

Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in Dell/Alienware Purchased Apps versions prior to 1.1.31.0. It is an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access vulnerability, also known as a 'Link Following' vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could exploit this issue to perform arbitrary file write operations.

Impact Analysis

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker with low privileges and local access to write arbitrary files on the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized modification of files, potentially compromising system integrity and availability.

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