SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
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CVE-2026-40717

MEDIUM · CVSS 6.6 EPSS 0.11% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-03 · Last synced 2026-09-02

CyberRota Analysis

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The Dell Monitor driver version 1.0.0.0 is vulnerable to an improper link resolution before file access, allowing low-privileged local attackers to exploit this weakness. Successful exploitation could result in elevation of privileges, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive system resources. Organizations using this driver should prioritize remediation to mitigate the risk of local attacks.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

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CVE
CVE-2026-40717
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
6.6
EPSS
0.11%

Original NVD Description

Dell Monitor driver, version 1.0.0.0, contains an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges.

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