CVE-2025-32747 Dell CVE debrief

Who should care

System administrators and security teams responsible for Dell PowerFlex Manager installations, especially those with version 4.6.2 or earlier, should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to mitigate the risk. They should review the supplied official advisory or CVE record to validate affected scope, severity, and vendor guidance.

Technical summary

The vulnerability exists in Dell PowerFlex Manager versions <=4.6.2. A low-privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to elevation of privileges. The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) score for this vulnerability is 5.3, with a severity rating of MEDIUM. The vulnerability is caused by an incorrect privilege assignment, which allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges.

Defensive priority

Medium priority should be given to patching or mitigating this vulnerability, as it could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges. The recommended actions include inventory and assessment of Dell PowerFlex Manager installations, applying patches or updates provided by Dell, implementing compensating controls, and considering vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to identify potential weaknesses.

Recommended defensive actions

• Inventory and assess Dell PowerFlex Manager installations for version 4.6.2 or earlier.
• Apply patches or updates provided by Dell to address the vulnerability.
• Implement compensating controls, such as monitoring for suspicious activity and restricting access to sensitive areas.
• Consider vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to identify potential weaknesses.
• Review the supplied official advisory or CVE record to validate affected scope, severity, and vendor guidance.
• Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up.
• Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-05-22T14:16:24.400Z and was last modified on 2026-07-23T16:10:00.137Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. This vulnerability affects Dell PowerFlex Manager versions less than or equal to 4.6.2. The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) score for this vulnerability is 5.3, with a severity rating of MEDIUM. The evidence is based on the CVE record and NVD details.

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