CVE-2026-23779: Command Injection

Published Apr 17, 2026
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Updated

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 8.3.1.20, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50, contain a command injection vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability to gain root-level access.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain (DD OS)>=7.7.1.0<=8.5, >=8.3.1.0<=8.3.1.20, >=7.13.1.0<=7.13.1.50
Dell Powerprotect Dp Series Appliance<2.7.9
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=7.7.1.0<7.13.1.50
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.3.1.0<8.3.1.20
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.4.0.0<8.6.0.0

Event History

Apr 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:04 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-23779?

CVE-2026-23779 is classified as a command injection vulnerability with a high severity rating.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-23779?

To address CVE-2026-23779, update your Dell PowerProtect Data Domain operating system to the latest patched version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-23779?

CVE-2026-23779 affects Dell PowerProtect Data Domain users operating on specific versions of Data Domain Operating System between 7.7.1.0 and 8.5.

4

What can attackers do with CVE-2026-23779?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2026-23779 can execute arbitrary commands on the affected system due to the command injection vulnerability.

5

When was CVE-2026-23779 disclosed?

CVE-2026-23779 was disclosed in 2026, highlighting vulnerabilities in multiple Dell PowerProtect Data Domain feature release versions.

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