CVE-2026-86362 is an improper access control vulnerability in Dell System Update versions earlier than 2.3.0.0. A local attacker with low privileges could exploit the flaw to elevate privileges on an affected system. The specific vulnerable function and exploitation mechanism are not identified.
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An improper access control vulnerability in Dell System Update versions earlier than 2.3.0.0 could allow a low-privileged attacker with local access to elevate privileges.
Improper access control in Dell System Update versions before 2.3.0.0 could allow a local, low-privileged user to escalate privileges. Rated CVSS 8.2 and fixed in version 2.3.0.0 or later.
A high-severity privilege escalation vulnerability in Dell System Update. Dell has fixed the flaw; the content does not specify exploitation prerequisites or the privileges obtainable.
A high-severity privilege escalation vulnerability in Dell System Update, fixed in version 2.3.0.0 or later. The content does not specify exploitation prerequisites.
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