How severe is CVE-2026-79938?

CVE-2026-79938 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability low.

Is CVE-2026-79938 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-79938?

CVE-2026-79938 affects Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-79938?

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-2026-79938 published?

CVE-2026-79938 was published on 2026-08-26 and last updated on 2026-09-01.

CVE-2026-79938

CVE-2026-79938 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (38th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery
Published: 2026-08-26
Last modified: 2026-09-01

Description

Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery, versions prior to 20.3, contain an Improper Authentication vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-79938?: Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery, versions prior to 20.3, contain an Improper Authentication vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2026-79938?: CVE-2026-79938 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability low.
Is CVE-2026-79938 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-79938?: CVE-2026-79938 affects Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-79938?: 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-2026-79938 published?: CVE-2026-79938 was published on 2026-08-26 and last updated on 2026-09-01.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000501456/dsa-2026-370-security-update-for-dell-powerprotect-cyber-recovery-multiple-third-party-component-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dell:powerprotect_cyber_recovery:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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