Use of Hard-Coded Credentials Vulnerability in Dell SCG 5.0 Appliance and Application
CVE-2026-79738

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Dell
Status
Secure Connect Gateway 5.0 - Application
Secure Connect Gateway 5.0 - Appliance
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-79738?

Dell SCG 5.0 Appliance and Application prior to specific versions are affected by a vulnerability that involves hard-coded credentials. This security flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to exploit the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and exposure of sensitive information. It is crucial for users and organizations using these affected products to implement the recommended security updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Secure Connect Gateway 5.0 - Appliance 0 < 5.36.00.16 or later

Secure Connect Gateway 5.0 - Application 0 < 5.36.00.00 or later

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-in/000503426/dsa-20...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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