CVE-2026-86362

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Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-14

Assigner: Dell

Description

Dell System Update, versions prior to 2.3.0.0, contains an Improper Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-10-06

Last Modified

2026-10-14

Generated

2026-10-19

AI Q&A

2026-10-06

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-18

NVD

CVE-2026-86362

EUVD

EUVD-2026-93791

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
dell	system_update	to 2.3.0.0 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-284	The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

Dell System Update versions before 2.3.0.0 has an Improper Access Control flaw. A low-privileged local attacker could exploit this to gain higher privileges on the system.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the version of Dell System Update installed on your system. If the version is prior to 2.3.0.0, the system is vulnerable. Use the command 'dsu --version' or check the installed program list in your operating system's control panel or package manager.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with local access could escalate privileges, potentially gaining control over the system or sensitive data. This could lead to unauthorized changes or data theft.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate compliance by allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially breaching GDPR or HIPAA requirements for data protection and access control.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Dell System Update to version 2.3.0.0 or later to address the improper access control vulnerability.

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