Dell ThinOS 10, versions prior to 2605_10.2616, contain a Protection Mechanism Failure vulnerability.

Published September 10, 2026 CVE-2026-81046

Dell ThinOS 10 has a flaw that lets an unauthenticated remote attacker run code within the application context. Successful exploitation could expose or alter information handled by the application.

Severity
CriticalCVSS 3.1 · 9.4
Fix
Not confirmedLast checked today
Affected versions
before 2605_10.2616
Weakness
CWE-284Improper Access Control
Exploit likelihood
0.37% in 30 daysEPSS, higher than 30% of known flaws
Affects
ThinOS 10
Exploited
Not confirmedNo confirmation recorded
CISA SSVC
No known exploitationAutomatable: yes · Technical impact: total
EU ID
EUVD-2026-75573ENISA vulnerability database

How it works

  • An attacker with remote access can reach ThinOS 10 without logging in.
  • The flaw can be exploited without privileges or user interaction.
  • Successful exploitation can let the attacker run arbitrary code within the application context.

What to do

Check the ThinOS version on each managed device and compare it with 2605_10.2616. Versions before 2605_10.2616 are affected.

Install ThinOS 10 version 2605_10.2616 or later using Dell's security advisory.

Technical details

CVE-2026-81046 is an access-control flaw in Dell ThinOS 10. Network access is required, but the attacker needs no login and no user interaction. CVSS 3.1 rates it critical with a 9.4 score.

Severity breakdown

  • Attack vector Network Requires network access to the vulnerable service
  • Attack complexity Low Low complexity under the assessed conditions
  • Privileges required None Attacker needs no account or login
  • User interaction None No victim action needed
  • Scope Unchanged Impact stays within the same security authority
  • Confidentiality impact High Sensitive data can be exposed with serious impact
  • Integrity impact High Protected data can be changed with serious impact
  • Availability impact Low Reduced performance or interruptions
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References

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