How severe is CVE-2026-71180?

CVE-2026-71180 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-2026-71180 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-71180?

CVE-2026-71180 affects Dell Update Package Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-71180?

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.

When was CVE-2026-71180 published?

CVE-2026-71180 was published on 2026-09-16 and last updated on 2026-09-21.

CVE-2026-71180

CVE-2026-71180 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-252.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-252
Affected product: Dell Update Package Framework
Published: 2026-09-16
Last modified: 2026-09-21

Description

Dell Update Package Framework, versions prior to 26.07.03, contains an Unchecked Return Value vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-71180?: Dell Update Package Framework, versions prior to 26.07.03, contains an Unchecked Return Value vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.
How severe is CVE-2026-71180?: CVE-2026-71180 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-2026-71180 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-71180?: CVE-2026-71180 affects Dell Update Package Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-71180?: 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.
When was CVE-2026-71180 published?: CVE-2026-71180 was published on 2026-09-16 and last updated on 2026-09-21.

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000509455/dsa-2026-417-security-update-for-dell-update-package-dup-framework-vulnerabilities

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dell:update_package_framework:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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