CVE-2022-26870
CWE-288Published: October 21, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Dell PowerStore versions 2.1.0.x contain an Authentication bypass vulnerability. A remote unauthenticated attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability under specific configuration. An attacker would gain unauthorized access upon successful exploit.
Risk Analysis
Dell PowerStore contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to gain unauthorized access to the system. With a critical CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of the storage environment.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Administrators should ensure Dell PowerStoreOS is updated beyond versions 2.1.0.0 and 2.1.0.1.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-26870 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-26870 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts