CVE-2025-46636
Dec. 9, 2025, 6:36 p.m.
6.6
Medium
Description
Dell Encryption, versions prior to 11.12.1, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Information tampering.
Product(s) Impacted
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
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| 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 | encryption | <11.12.1 | / | / | / | / | / | / | / |
Tags
CVSS Score
CVSS Data - 3.1
- Attack Vector: LOCAL
- Attack Complexity: LOW
- Privileges Required: LOW
- Scope: UNCHANGED
- Confidentiality Impact: NONE
- Integrity Impact: HIGH
- Availability Impact: HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Timeline
Published: Dec. 9, 2025, 6:15 p.m.
Last Modified: Dec. 9, 2025, 6:36 p.m.
Last Modified: Dec. 9, 2025, 6:36 p.m.
Status : Undergoing Analysis
CVE is currently being analyzed by NVD staff, this process results in association of reference link tags, CVSS scores, CWE association, and CPE applicability statements.
More infoSource
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