CVE-2026-49500: Medium severity Dell Alienware Command Center (AWCC) vulnerability
Dell Alienware Command Center (AWCC), versions prior to 6.14.20.0, contain an Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Denial of Service and Elevation of Privileges.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Dell Alienware Command Center (AWCC)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.14.20.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Which systems are exposed to this issue?
Systems running Dell Alienware Command Center versions earlier than 6.14.20.0 are affected. Exploitation requires local access and a low-privileged attacker account; it is not described as remotely exploitable.
What does an attacker need to exploit the vulnerability?
An attacker must already have local access, low privileges, and user interaction is required according to the supplied vector. Successful exploitation could cause denial of service or elevation of privileges.
What should administrators do to remediate it?
Update Dell Alienware Command Center to version 6.14.20.0 or later. The provided information does not identify an alternative mitigation or workaround.