PatchTheCVECVE-2026-67268: Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Ref
CVE-2026-67268 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting command update. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges and Server-side request forgery.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 96%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-611 |
| Published | 2026-08-19 |
| Last modified | 2026-08-21 |
Last updated 2026-08-21 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2026-67268?
command update: upgrade to 5.7.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-67268 being exploited?
CVE-2026-67268 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-2026-67268 affect?
CVE-2026-67268 affects command update. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevati
How urgent is CVE-2026-67268?
Priority 24/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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