CVE-2026-23856
Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) Improper Access Control Vulnerability
Description
Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Windows, versions prior to 6.0.3.1, and Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Linux, versions prior to 5.4.1.1, contain an Improper Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.
INFO
Published Date :
Feb. 12, 2026, 3:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
Feb. 12, 2026, 3:10 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-23856
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | c550e75a-17ff-4988-97f0-544cde3820fe | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update iDRAC Service Module for Windows to version 6.0.3.1 or later.
- Update iDRAC Service Module for Linux to version 5.4.1.1 or later.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-23856.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000426282/dsa-2026-077-security-update-for-dell-idrac-service-module-vulnerability |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-23856 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
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stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-23856
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Feb. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Windows, versions prior to 6.0.3.1, and Dell iDRAC Service Module (iSM) for Linux, versions prior to 5.4.1.1, contain an Improper Access Control vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-284 Added Reference https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000426282/dsa-2026-077-security-update-for-dell-idrac-service-module-vulnerability