CVE-2026-59917
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Improper Access Control in Dell Display Manager

Publication date: 2026-08-12

Last updated on: 2026-08-12

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (DDPM Windows), versions prior to 2.3.0.17, contain Improper Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges and arbitrary code execution.

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Published
2026-08-12
Last Modified
2026-08-12
Generated
2026-08-13
AI Q&A
2026-08-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-59917
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57508

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Vendor Product Version / Range
dell display_and_peripheral_manager to 2.3.0.17 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (DDPM) for Windows, versions before 2.3.0.17, has an Improper Access Control flaw. This allows a low-privileged attacker with local access to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Detection Guidance

Detection involves checking the installed version of Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (DDPM). Compare the version against 2.3.0.17. Commands may include checking installed software via system tools like 'wmic product get name,version' or 'Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product' on Windows systems.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain elevated privileges on your system, allowing them to install malicious software, access sensitive data, or take control of your device. This requires local access but could lead to significant security breaches.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Dell Display and Peripheral Manager to version 2.3.0.17 or later. Remove or disable the vulnerable software if updates are unavailable. Restrict local access to untrusted users to reduce attack surface.

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