Powerprotect Data Manager
CVE-2026-22266
MEDIUM
Severity by source
AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
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CVSS VectorNVD
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2DescriptionCVE.org
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, version(s) prior to 19.22, contain(s) an Improper Verification of Source of a Communication Channel vulnerability in the REST API. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to protection mechanism bypass.
AnalysisAI
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager versions prior to 19.22 contain improper verification of communication channels in the REST API, allowing high-privileged remote attackers to bypass security protections. The vulnerability requires administrative credentials but carries no patch availability, creating ongoing risk for affected deployments.
Technical ContextAI
Affects Powerprotect Data Manager. Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, version(s) prior to 19.22, contain(s) an Improper Verification of Source of a Communication Channel vulnerability in the REST API. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to protection mechanism bypass.
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.
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