CVE-2026-63426

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Arbitrary File Deletion in Lenovo Dock Manager

Publication date: 2026-08-13

Last updated on: 2026-08-24

Assigner: Lenovo Group Ltd.

Description

During an internal security assessment, a potential vulnerability was discovered in Lenovo Dock Manager that could allow an authenticated local user to perform an arbitrary file deletion with elevated privileges.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-13

Last Modified

2026-08-24

Generated

2026-09-03

AI Q&A

2026-08-13

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-01

NVD

CVE-2026-63426

EUVD

EUVD-2026-58057

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
lenovo	dock_manager	*

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

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

This vulnerability in Lenovo Dock Manager allows an authenticated local user to delete arbitrary files with elevated privileges. This could lead to system instability or unauthorized data loss if exploited.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves arbitrary file deletion with elevated privileges in Lenovo Dock Manager. Detection requires checking for unauthorized file deletions or unusual activity in the Lenovo Dock Manager logs or system directories. Review logs for suspicious processes or commands related to file deletion in the Lenovo Dock Manager installation path.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with local access could delete critical system files, disrupt operations, or cause data loss. This may affect productivity and system functionality if not patched.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability allows an authenticated local user to delete arbitrary files with elevated privileges, which could lead to unauthorized data destruction or system disruption. Such file deletion risks may impact compliance with GDPR (data integrity) and HIPAA (availability of protected health information) by compromising data integrity or availability.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Lenovo Dock Manager to the latest version provided by Lenovo to address the arbitrary file deletion vulnerability. Ensure only authorized users have local access to systems running this software.

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