Executive brief
Dell Update Package Framework is a software utility used to deploy firmware and driver updates on Dell systems. A low-privileged local attacker can exploit an OS command injection flaw to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges, potentially compromising system security and enabling malware installation or data theft.
Technical details
CVE-2026-71179 is an OS command injection vulnerability in Dell Update Package (DUP) Framework versions prior to 26.07.03, caused by improper neutralization of special elements in OS commands. The vulnerability requires local access and low privileges to exploit, with user interaction needed to trigger the flaw. A successful exploit allows an attacker to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The fix is available in version 26.07.03 and later.
Affected products
- Dell Update Package (DUP) Framework prior to 26.07.03
Timeline
- 2026-09-16: disclosed
- 2026-09-16: patched: Version 26.07.03 or later available