CVE-2026-21419

Name: CVE-2026-21419
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-09T18:16:05.893+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-21419 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (Windows) versions prior to 2.2 contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability in the Installer and Service. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (Windows) versions prior to 2.2 contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability in the Installer and Service. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.6/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.15%

4.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-59

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000384542/dsa-2026-009

Timeline

Published: Feb 9, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-21419?

How severe is CVE-2026-21419?

CVE-2026-21419 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-21419?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST