CVE-2026-61407 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

Dell Watchdog Timer Driver versions prior to 2.0.0.1 contain an Exposed IOCTL with Insufficient Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Privilege Escalation.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-698

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000501078/dsa-2026-248-security-update-

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-61407?

CVE-2026-61407 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Dell Watchdog Timer Driver versions prior to 2.0.0.1 contain an Exposed IOCTL with Insufficient Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this...

How severe is CVE-2026-61407?

CVE-2026-61407 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-61407?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.