CVE-2026-21420

Name: CVE-2026-21420
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-23T14:16:21.823+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-21420 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Dell Repository Manager (DRM), versions prior to 3.4.8, contains an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary code execution and escalation of privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Dell Repository Manager (DRM), versions prior to 3.4.8, contains an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary code execution and escalation of privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.13%

2.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-427

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dell	Repository Manager	< 3.4.8

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000430183/dsa-2026-059-security-update-for-dell-repository-manager-vulnerabilityPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 23, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-21420?

How severe is CVE-2026-21420?

CVE-2026-21420 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-21420?

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