CVE-2026-23774
Received Received - Intake
OS Command Injection in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain Enables Remote Code Execution

Publication date: 2026-04-20

Last updated on: 2026-04-23

Assigner: Dell

Description
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain with Data Domain Operating System (DD OS) of Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.10, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.40, contain an OS command injection vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary command execution.
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Published
2026-04-20
Last Modified
2026-04-23
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-04-20
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-23774
EUVD
EUVD-2026-23879
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 4 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
dell powerprotect_dp_series_appliance to 2.7.9 (exc)
dell data_domain_operating_system From 7.7.1.0 (inc) to 7.13.1.50 (exc)
dell data_domain_operating_system From 8.4.0.0 (inc) to 8.6.0.0 (exc)
dell data_domain_operating_system From 7.14.0.0 (inc) to 8.3.1.20 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-78 The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component.
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Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with high privileges and remote access to execute arbitrary commands on the system. This could lead to full compromise of the affected device, including unauthorized data access, data modification, or disruption of services.

Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain's operating system versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5 and certain LTS releases. It is an OS command injection flaw that allows a highly privileged attacker with remote access to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows a high privileged attacker with remote access to execute arbitrary commands on affected Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or data breaches.

Such unauthorized access and potential data compromise may impact compliance with data protection standards and regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring system integrity.

However, specific details on compliance impact or mitigation measures are not provided in the available information.

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