How severe is CVE-2026-22268?

CVE-2026-22268 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-22268 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-2026-22268?

CVE-2026-22268 affects Dell Powerprotect Data Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-22268?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2026-22268 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-22268 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-8335.

When was CVE-2026-22268 published?

CVE-2026-22268 was published on 2026-02-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-22268

CVE-2026-22268 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Dell Powerprotect Data Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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-266.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-8335
Weakness: CWE-266
Affected product: Dell Powerprotect Data Manager
Published: 2026-02-19
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, version(s) prior to 19.22, contain(s) an Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to denial of service of a Dell Enterprise Support connection.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-22268?: Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, version(s) prior to 19.22, contain(s) an Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to denial of service of a Dell Enterprise Support connection.
How severe is CVE-2026-22268?: CVE-2026-22268 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-22268 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-2026-22268?: CVE-2026-22268 affects Dell Powerprotect Data Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-22268?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-22268 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-22268 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-8335.
When was CVE-2026-22268 published?: CVE-2026-22268 was published on 2026-02-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000429778/dsa-2026-046-security-update-for-dell-powerprotect-data-manager-multiple-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

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