CVE-2026-73596
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Dell Secure Connect Gateway Policy Manager Insecure Default Configuration

Publication date: 2026-09-29

Last updated on: 2026-09-29

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) Policy Manager, versions prior to 5.34.00.16, contains an Initialization of a Resource with an Insecure Default vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges, Information tampering, Protection mechanism bypass, and Unauthorized access.

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Published
2026-09-29
Last Modified
2026-09-29
Generated
2026-09-29
AI Q&A
2026-09-29
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-73596
EUVD
EUVD-2026-88745

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
dell secure_connect_gateway to 5.34.00.16 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-1188 The product initializes or sets a resource with a default that is intended to be changed by the product's installer, administrator, or maintainer, but the default is not secure.

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Executive Summary

Dell Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) Policy Manager before version 5.34.00.16 has a security flaw where default settings are insecure. This allows a highly privileged remote attacker to escalate privileges, alter data, bypass security controls, and gain unauthorized access.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires checking Dell Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) Policy Manager versions prior to 5.34.00.16. Verify installed version via administrative interface or package manager commands like 'rpm -qa | grep secure_connect_gateway' or 'dpkg -l | grep secure_connect_gateway' depending on your system.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could let an attacker take control of the system, modify sensitive information, bypass protections, or access restricted data without authorization.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and information tampering, which may violate data protection requirements under GDPR and HIPAA. Non-compliance risks include legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust due to potential exposure or alteration of sensitive data.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Dell Secure Connect Gateway Policy Manager to version 5.34.00.16 or later to address the insecure default configuration.

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