How severe is CVE-2026-23857?

CVE-2026-23857 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-23857 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-23857?

CVE-2026-23857 affects Dell Update Package Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-23857?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-23857 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-23857 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-6184.

When was CVE-2026-23857 published?

CVE-2026-23857 was published on 2026-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-23857

CVE-2026-23857 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Update Package Framework with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-280.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (1st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-6184
Weakness: CWE-280
Affected product: Dell Update Package Framework
Published: 2026-02-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell Update Package (DUP) Framework, versions 23.12.00 through 24.12.00, contains an Improper Handling of Insufficient Permissions or Privileges vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-23857?: Dell Update Package (DUP) Framework, versions 23.12.00 through 24.12.00, contains an Improper Handling of Insufficient Permissions or Privileges vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.
How severe is CVE-2026-23857?: CVE-2026-23857 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-23857 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-23857?: CVE-2026-23857 affects Dell Update Package Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-23857?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-23857 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-23857 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-6184.
When was CVE-2026-23857 published?: CVE-2026-23857 was published on 2026-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000426781/dsa-2026-081-security-update-for-dell-update-package-dup-framework-vulnerability

Affected products (1)

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