CVE-2026-40717

Medium

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.

SeverityMedium

CVSS6.6

Exploit probability—

ProductDell Monitor Driver

PublishedAug 3, 2026

First seenAug 3, 2026

Weakness typeCWE-59Improper link resolution

How to fix

Vendor advisories

dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000481265/dsa-2026-295

Affected products

Product	Affected versions	Fixed in
dell monitor_driver	1.0.0.0	—

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