CVE-2026-35071: Dell PowerScale InsightIQ, versions 6.0.0 through 6.2.0, contains an improper neutralization of special elemen

Routine

HIGH 8.2UPGRADE

CVE-2026-35071 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.2) affecting insightiq. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Dell PowerScale InsightIQ, versions 6.0.0 through 6.2.0, contains an improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Command execution.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.2 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	High
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.5% (top 60%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-78
Published	2026-05-12
Last modified	2026-10-26

Publisher (CNA): Dell · Vendor: dell

Last updated 2026-10-26 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-05-12 14:17 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-26 18:10 UTCUpdated Record last modified

dell insightiq UPGRADE

Affected: >= 6.0.0 and < 6.3.0

Fixed in: 6.3.0

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.0.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy insightiq || rpm -q insightiq || insightiq --version

2. UPGRADE to 6.3.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade insightiq

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade insightiq

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.0.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison insightiq sudo apt install insightiq=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0.0> sudo apt-mark hold insightiq

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list insightiq sudo dnf downgrade insightiq-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0.0> sudo dnf versionlock add insightiq

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-35071?

insightiq: upgrade to 6.3.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-35071 being exploited?

CVE-2026-35071 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-35071 affect?

CVE-2026-35071 affects insightiq. Severity is high (CVSS 8.2). Dell PowerScale InsightIQ, versions 6.0.0 through 6.2.0, contains an improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially ex

How urgent is CVE-2026-35071?

Priority 39/100. High severity

Software pages

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