CVE-2026-67270
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Improper Certificate Validation in Dell CSM Proxy-Server

Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-06

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell Container Storage Modules (CSM) versions prior to 1.18.0, contains an Improper Certificate Validation vulnerability in the proxy-server component. An unauthenticated adjacent network attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to information exposure of storage backend administrator credentials.

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Published
2026-10-06
Last Modified
2026-10-06
Generated
2026-10-06
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2026-10-06
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-67270
EUVD
EUVD-2026-93458

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Dell Container Storage Modules (CSM) 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-295 The product does not validate, or incorrectly validates, a certificate.

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Executive Summary

Dell Container Storage Modules (CSM) before version 1.18.0 has an Improper Certificate Validation flaw in its proxy-server component. This allows an unauthenticated attacker on the same network to exploit the issue and potentially access storage backend administrator credentials, leading to information exposure.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking the version of Dell Container Storage Modules (CSM) installed on your system. If the version is prior to 1.18.0, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'csm version' or check package managers such as 'rpm -qa | grep dell-csm' or 'dpkg -l | grep dell-csm' to verify the installed version.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain access to sensitive storage backend administrator credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access to storage systems, data breaches, or further network compromise within the affected environment.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating confidentiality requirements in GDPR and HIPAA. Organizations may face compliance violations, legal penalties, and reputational damage due to potential data exposure.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Dell Container Storage Modules (CSM) to version 1.18.0 or later to address the improper certificate validation vulnerability. Ensure the proxy-server component is updated to prevent unauthorized access to storage backend administrator credentials.

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