How severe is CVE-2026-81238?

CVE-2026-81238 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-81238 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-81238?

CVE-2026-81238 affects Dell Wyse Management Suite. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-81238?

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-2026-81238 published?

CVE-2026-81238 was published on 2026-09-15 and last updated on 2026-09-21.

CVE-2026-81238

CVE-2026-81238 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Wyse Management Suite with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-306.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (18th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-306
Affected product: Dell Wyse Management Suite
Published: 2026-09-15
Last modified: 2026-09-21

Description

Dell Wyse Management Suite, versions prior to 2605.0.3.683, contain a Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-81238?: Dell Wyse Management Suite, versions prior to 2605.0.3.683, contain a Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2026-81238?: CVE-2026-81238 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-81238 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-81238?: CVE-2026-81238 affects Dell Wyse Management Suite. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-81238?: 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-2026-81238 published?: CVE-2026-81238 was published on 2026-09-15 and last updated on 2026-09-21.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000502744/dsa-2026-387-security-update-for-dell-wyse-management-suite-wms-for-multiple-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

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