CVE-2025-43914: High severity Dell Data Domain Operating System vulnerability

Published Oct 7, 2025
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Updated

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain BoostFS for Linux Ubuntu systems of Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.3.0.15, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.30, LTS 2023 release versions 7.10.1.0 through 7.10.1.60, contain an Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Unauthorized access.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=7.7.1.0<7.10.1.70
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=7.13.1.0<=7.13.1.40
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.0.0.0<=8.3.0.15
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.3.1.0<8.3.1.10

Event History

Oct 7, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-43914?

CVE-2025-43914 has a high severity rating due to the incorrect privilege assignment vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-43914?

To fix CVE-2025-43914, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Dell for the affected versions.

3

Which versions of Dell PowerProtect Data Domain BoostFS are affected by CVE-2025-43914?

CVE-2025-43914 affects versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.3.0.15, 7.10.1.0 through 7.10.1.60, and 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.30.

4

What types of systems are impacted by CVE-2025-43914?

CVE-2025-43914 impacts Dell PowerProtect Data Domain BoostFS on Linux Ubuntu systems.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-43914 if I can't update immediately?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2025-43914, so applying the update is recommended.

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