Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability in Dell Command Update
CVE-2026-49817

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Dell
Status
Dell Command Update (dcu)
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-49817?

Dell Command Update versions before 5.7.1 are susceptible to a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability. This flaw allows a local attacker with limited privileges to exploit the system and potentially elevate their access rights, posing a significant security risk. Users are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Dell Command Update (DCU) 0 < 5.7.1

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000501378/dsa-20...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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