CVE-2026-40717: Medium severity Dell Monitor driver vulnerability
Published Aug 3, 2026
·Updated
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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Dell Monitor driver=1.0.0.0
Event History
Aug 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-40717?
CVE-2026-40717 has a medium severity score of 6.6.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-40717?
To fix CVE-2026-40717, update the Dell Monitor driver to the latest version provided by Dell.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-40717?
CVE-2026-40717 is an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access vulnerability.
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Who can exploit CVE-2026-40717?
A low privileged attacker with local access can potentially exploit CVE-2026-40717.
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What could happen if CVE-2026-40717 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2026-40717 could lead to an Elevation of Privileges for the attacker.