CVE-2026-68861

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OS Command Injection in Dell PowerProtect One

Publication date: 2026-08-26

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: Dell

Description

Dell PowerProtect One, versions 20.1.0.0 and below, contain an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Remote execution.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-26

Last Modified

2026-08-26

Generated

2026-08-27

AI Q&A

2026-08-27

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-68861

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
dell	powerprotect_one	to 20.1.0.0 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

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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Executive Summary

Dell PowerProtect One versions 20.1.0.0 and below have an OS Command Injection vulnerability. This means an attacker with low privileges and remote access could inject malicious commands into the system, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking for improper input validation in Dell PowerProtect One versions 20.1.0.0 and below. Inspect network traffic for suspicious command execution attempts, particularly in remote access interfaces. Review system logs for unusual commands or unauthorized remote execution. No specific commands are provided in the given context.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain control of the affected system, execute arbitrary commands, steal data, or disrupt operations. This could lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, which may violate GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Organizations could face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage due to non-compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Dell PowerProtect One to versions above 20.1.0.0 to address the OS command injection vulnerability. Ensure remote access is restricted to authorized users only and monitor for unusual activity.

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