Review reviewHigh

CVE-2026-49499

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, powerprotect data manager

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.

CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.29%
20.9% percentile
CISA KEV
Not listed
Published
2026.07.23
PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

Review review

The CVSS severity warrants an early asset and exposure review.

Known exploitationNot established by KEV
Exploit probability0.29%
Technical severityCVSS 8.8

Vulnerability overview

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.

Affected product and versions

Product
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, powerprotect data manager
Affected versions
< 20.2.0.0 or later, < 20.2
Fixed versions
20.2

Recommended response sequence

Confirm exposure before applying a vendor-supported change.

Full remediation guide
  1. 1
    Identify

    Confirm that Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, powerprotect data manager and an affected version are present.

  2. 2
    Prioritize

    Combine exploitation signals with asset exposure and business criticality.

  3. 3
    Remediate

    Follow the vendor advisory or supported update path and preserve rollback options.

  4. 4
    Verify

    Recheck the version, service health, access paths, and relevant logs.

Technical data

CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE
CWE-1270
CVE-2026-49499 — Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, powerprotect data manager | SECUFOCUS NOW