CVE-2026-22769
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitDell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines, versions prior to 6.0.3.1 HF1, contain a hardcoded credential vulnerability.
Published Feb 18, 2026 · Updated Feb 26, 2026 · Also known as TR-26-0074
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-22769 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v3.1) affecting RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines (Dell).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Feb 17, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0, RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.3.1 HF1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
10.0
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
14%
Higher than 96.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines, versions prior to 6.0.3.1 HF1, contain a hardcoded credential vulnerability. This is considered critical as an unauthenticated remote attacker with knowledge of the hardcoded credential could potentially exploit this vulnerability leading to unauthorized access to the underlying operating system and root-level persistence. Dell recommends that customers upgrade or apply one of the remediations as soon as possible.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Feb 18, 2026 | Feb 21, 2026 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Feb 17, 2026 | Feb 21, 2026 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Feb 18, 2026 | Feb 21, 2026 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Feb 18, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
10 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| RecoverPoint for Virtual MachinesDell | 6.0, 6.0-sp1, 6.0-sp1_p1, 6.0-sp1_p2, 6.0-sp2, 6.0-sp2_p1, 6.0-sp3, 6.0-sp3_p1 | 6.0 |
Patched Releases
RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines
6.0, 6.0.3.1 HF1
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Feb 17, 2026
Publicly disclosed
Feb 18, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Feb 18, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Feb 18, 2026
Added to ENISA EUVD
Feb 18, 2026
Last updated
Feb 26, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-798 Use of Hard-coded Credentials
References
- advisoryhttps://cloud.google.com/blog/topics/threat-intelligence/unc6201-exploiting-dell-recoverpoint-zero-day
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-22769
- advisoryVulnCheck exploitation report
- advisoryUSOM advisory
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines, versions prior to 6.0.3.1 HF1, contain a hardcoded credential vulnerability.
Affected: RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines (Dell) versions 6.0, 6.0-sp1, 6.0-sp1_p1, 6.0-sp1_p2, 6.0-sp2, 6.0-sp2_p1, 6.0-sp3, 6.0-sp3_p1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Feb 17, 2026.
Yes. It was added on Feb 18, 2026 with a federal remediation due date of Feb 21, 2026.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0, RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.3.1 HF1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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