Improper Authentication Vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery
CVE-2026-79938

7.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Dell
Status
Power Protect Cyber Recovery
Cyber Recovery
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-79938?

Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery versions prior to 20.3 are susceptible to an improper authentication vulnerability. This flaw allows a low privileged attacker with remote access to exploit the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access. Organizations using these affected versions are urged to implement the latest security updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Cyber Recovery 0

Cyber Recovery 0

Power Protect Cyber Recovery 0 < 20.3.0.0

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000501456/dsa-20...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
High
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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