CVE-2022-26856
CVE-2022-26856 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Emc Repository Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-522.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-522
- Affected product: Dell Emc Repository Manager
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Dell EMC Repository Manager version 3.4.0 contains a plain-text password storage vulnerability. A local attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of certain user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable application's database with privileges of the compromised account.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-26856?
- Dell EMC Repository Manager version 3.4.0 contains a plain-text password storage vulnerability. A local attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of certain user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable application's database with privileges of the compromised account.
- How severe is CVE-2022-26856?
- CVE-2022-26856 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-26856 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-26856?
- CVE-2022-26856 affects Dell Emc Repository Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-26856?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2022-26856 published?
- CVE-2022-26856 was published on 2022-04-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:dell:emc_repository_manager:3.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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