Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability. (CVE-2026-67268)
Dell Command Update (DCU) versions prior to 5.7.1 contain an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability that allows a low privileged local attacker to potentially perform privilege escalation and server-side request forgery. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-67268 and has a medium severity rating with a CVSS score of 6.5. No official patch or remediation details are provided in the available data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-67268 is an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability (CWE-611) in Dell Command Update (DCU) versions prior to 5.7.1. This vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with local access to exploit the XXE flaw, potentially leading to elevation of privileges and server-side request forgery. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity with local attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow a low privileged local attacker to escalate privileges and perform server-side request forgery, potentially compromising system security. The impact is limited to local attackers and does not affect confidentiality but could impact system integrity through privilege escalation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to Dell Command Update usage.
Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability. (CVE-2026-67268)
Description
Dell Command Update (DCU) versions prior to 5.7.1 contain an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability that allows a low privileged local attacker to potentially perform privilege escalation and server-side request forgery. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-67268 and has a medium severity rating with a CVSS score of 6.5. No official patch or remediation details are provided in the available data.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-67268 is an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability (CWE-611) in Dell Command Update (DCU) versions prior to 5.7.1. This vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with local access to exploit the XXE flaw, potentially leading to elevation of privileges and server-side request forgery. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity with local attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow a low privileged local attacker to escalate privileges and perform server-side request forgery, potentially compromising system security. The impact is limited to local attackers and does not affect confidentiality but could impact system integrity through privilege escalation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to Dell Command Update usage.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-wp5v-r46f-crq6
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-67268"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a85ee10acd9273b4969a1cd
Added to database: 08/19/2026, 17:55:28 UTC
Last enriched: 08/19/2026, 18:25:59 UTC
Last updated: 08/20/2026, 02:51:59 UTC
Views: 3
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