CVE-2026-23774
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
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Affected Vendors & Products
| 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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Exploitability
| 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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AI Powered Q&A
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
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.