CVE-2026-49810 in Command Powershell Provider
Summary
by MITRE • 09/21/2026
Dell Command Powershell Provider (DCPP), versions prior to 2.10.2 contain an Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Information Disclosure.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/21/2026
The Dell Command PowerShell Provider, specifically in versions preceding the release of version 2.10.2, contains a critical security flaw classified as an Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File. This vulnerability stems from improper sanitization practices within the logging mechanisms of the provider software. When the application generates log entries to record operational events or errors, it fails to adequately filter out sensitive data before writing these records to disk. Consequently, information that should remain confidential is persisted in plaintext logs accessible on the local system.
From a technical perspective, this flaw represents a classic case of insecure logging and auditing where the software does not adhere to best practices for handling Personally Identifiable Information or other high-value secrets during routine operations. The vulnerability allows any user account with low privileges and local access to trigger actions that result in sensitive data being written to log files. This could include credentials, session tokens, hardware identifiers, or configuration details depending on the specific context of the logged event. The presence of this data in logs creates a persistent artifact that can be read by other processes or users who have permission to view those log directories.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is primarily centered around information disclosure and potential privilege escalation pathways. While an attacker requires local access, which limits the initial attack surface compared to remote exploits, the exposure of sensitive data can facilitate further attacks within a networked environment. For instance, if credentials or authentication tokens are logged in plaintext, they could be harvested by malware running under another user account or by an insider threat actor with read access to log files. This undermines the confidentiality guarantees expected from secure system administration tools and violates principles of least privilege regarding data handling.
In terms of industry standards, this vulnerability aligns closely with CWE-532, which defines Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File as a weakness where sensitive information is written to logs in cleartext without adequate protection or masking. It also relates to CWE-778, Insufficient Logging, although the primary issue here is not the absence of logging but rather the improper content within those logs. From an adversary tactics perspective, this aligns with ATT&CK technique T1005, Data from Local System, where attackers seek to access data stored on local systems for later exfiltration or analysis. The ability to read log files often falls under file and directory discovery methods used during the reconnaissance phase of a cyber attack.
To mitigate this vulnerability, organizations must prioritize updating the Dell Command PowerShell Provider to version 2.10.2 or any subsequent release that addresses these logging deficiencies. Until such an update is applied, administrators should implement strict access controls on log directories to ensure that only authorized service accounts can read them, thereby reducing the risk of exposure from low-privileged local users. Additionally, implementing file integrity monitoring and regular review of sensitive data in logs can help detect potential exploitation attempts or accidental exposures. Security teams should also audit their logging configurations across all Dell management tools to ensure consistent adherence to secure coding standards that prevent the persistence of secrets in plaintext formats.