Executive brief
Dell OpenManage Server Administrator is a server management console used to remotely monitor and administrate Dell servers. A vulnerability allows an unauthenticated local attacker to trigger a denial-of-service condition, potentially causing system unavailability and operational disruption.
Technical details
CVE-2026-81441 is a missing authentication vulnerability in Dell OpenManage Server Administrator versions prior to 11.1.0.3. The vulnerability exists in a critical function that lacks proper authentication controls, allowing an unauthenticated attacker with local access to invoke the function and cause a denial of service condition. The attack vector is local (no network access required), has no privilege requirement, and requires no user interaction. The fix is available in version 11.1.0.3 or later.
Affected products
- Dell OpenManage Server Administrator prior to 11.1.0.3
Timeline
- 2026-09-17: disclosed: CVE-2026-81441 published