How severe is CVE-2026-49499?

CVE-2026-49499 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-49499 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-49499?

CVE-2026-49499 affects Dell Powerprotect Data Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-49499?

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-2026-49499 published?

CVE-2026-49499 was published on 2026-07-22 and last updated on 2026-07-29.

CVE-2026-49499

CVE-2026-49499 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Powerprotect Data Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-1270.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-1270
Affected product: Dell Powerprotect Data Manager
Published: 2026-07-22
Last modified: 2026-07-29

Description

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, versions prior to 20.2.0.0, contain(s) a Generation of Incorrect Security Tokens vulnerability in the IAM. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-49499?: Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, versions prior to 20.2.0.0, contain(s) a Generation of Incorrect Security Tokens vulnerability in the IAM. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.
How severe is CVE-2026-49499?: CVE-2026-49499 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-49499 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-49499?: CVE-2026-49499 affects Dell Powerprotect Data Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-49499?: 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-2026-49499 published?: CVE-2026-49499 was published on 2026-07-22 and last updated on 2026-07-29.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000488847/dsa-2026-287-security-update-dell-powerprotect-data-manager-for-multiple-security-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dell:powerprotect_data_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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