CVE-2026-74770

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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 Code 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-2026-74770

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 arbitrary code execution on the affected device.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this OS command injection vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect One requires checking for exposed administrative interfaces or APIs that may accept unsanitized user input. Inspect network traffic for unusual command execution patterns or unexpected system calls. Review logs for signs of remote access attempts or code execution activities. Use vulnerability scanners to identify unpatched versions of Dell PowerProtect One below 20.1.0.0.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system. This may lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or disruption of services. Systems with sensitive data are particularly at risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations must address this to maintain data protection and regulatory adherence.

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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