Is CVE-2025-29986 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2025-29986 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2025-29986 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2025-29986 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2025-29986?

CVE-2025-29986 has a CVSS score of 8.3 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2025-29986

CWE-923Published: April 8, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Dell Common Event Enabler, version(s) CEE 9.0.0.0, contain(s) an Improper Restriction of Communication Channel to Intended Endpoints vulnerability in the Common Anti-Virus Agent (CAVA). An unauthenticated attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-29986 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.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.