CVE-2026-61407
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CVE-2026-61407 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Dell Watchdog Timer Driver versions prior to 2.0.0.1 contain an Exposed IOCTL with Insufficient Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Privilege Escalation.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Dell Watchdog Timer Driver versions prior to 2.0.0.1 contain an Exposed IOCTL with Insufficient Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Privilege Escalation.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dell | Watchdog Timer Driver | < 2.0.0.1 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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