CVE-2026-53477: Race Condition
Dell Command Update (DCU), versions prior to 5.7.1, contain a Time-of-check Time-of-use (TOCTOU) Race Condition vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Dell Command Update (DCU)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is exposed to this vulnerability?
Systems running Dell Command Update versions earlier than 5.7.1 are affected. Exploitation requires local access and low-privileged access on the target system.
What could an attacker achieve?
A successful exploit could allow a low-privileged local attacker to elevate privileges. The listed impact includes high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
What version should be deployed to address the issue?
Upgrade Dell Command Update to version 5.7.1 or later. Versions prior to 5.7.1 are identified as vulnerable.