CVE-2025-36611
July 31, 2025, 6:42 p.m.
7.3
High
Description
Dell Encryption and Dell Security Management Server, versions prior to 11.11.0, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') Vulnerability. A local malicious user could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to privilege escalation.
Product(s) Impacted
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dell |
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Weaknesses
Common security weaknesses mapped to this vulnerability.
CWE-59
Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.
*CPE(s)
Affected systems and software identified for this CVE.
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version | Update | Edition | Language | Software Edition | Target Software | Target Hardware | Other Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | dell | dell_encryption | <11.11.0 | / | / | / | / | / | / | * |
| a | dell | dell_security_management_server | <11.11.0 | / | / | / | / | / | / | * |
Tags
CVSS Score
CVSS Data - 3.1
- Attack Vector: LOCAL
- Attack Complexity: LOW
- Privileges Required: LOW
- Scope: UNCHANGED
- Confidentiality Impact: HIGH
- Integrity Impact: HIGH
- Availability Impact: HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Timeline
Published: July 30, 2025, 5:15 p.m.
Last Modified: July 31, 2025, 6:42 p.m.
Last Modified: July 31, 2025, 6:42 p.m.
Status : Awaiting Analysis
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More infoSource
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