CVE-2026-81472: Code Injection

Published Oct 28, 2026
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Updated

Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Windows, Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Linux, and Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for ESXi, versions prior to 6.1.1.0, contains an Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Dell iDRAC Service Module for Windows<6.1.1.0
Dell iDRAC Service Module for Linux<6.1.1.0
Dell iDRAC Service Module for ESXi<6.1.1.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Windows, Linux, and ESXi to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.1.0

Event History

Oct 28, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which deployments are affected?

Dell iDRAC Service Module installations on Windows, Linux, or ESXi are affected if they run a version earlier than 6.1.1.0.

2

What access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

Exploitation requires local access and high privileges on the affected system. The vulnerability could then be used for elevation of privileges.

3

What version should be used to remediate the issue?

Update Dell iDRAC Service Module to version 6.1.1.0 or later. The affected versions are those prior to 6.1.1.0.

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