CVE-2026-53483: Critical severity Dell PowerProtect Data Domain vulnerability

Published Jul 7, 2026
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Updated

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7, LTS2026 release version 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70 an improper authentication vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized access. This is a critical severity vulnerability as it allows an attacker to take complete control of system; so Dell recommends customers to upgrade at the earliest opportunity.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain>=7.7.1.0<=8.7
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain>=8.6.1.0<=8.6.1.10
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain>=8.3.1.0<=8.3.1.30
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain>=7.13.1.0<=7.13.1.70
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=7.7.1.0<7.13.1.80
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=7.14.0.0<8.3.1.40
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.4.0.0<8.6.1.20
Dell Data Domain Operating System>=8.7.0.0<8.8.0.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Dell PowerProtect Data Domain to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.6.1.10
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Dell PowerProtect Data Domain to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.3.1.30
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Dell PowerProtect Data Domain to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.13.1.70

Event History

Jul 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-53483?

The severity of CVE-2026-53483 is rated critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-53483?

To address CVE-2026-53483, update Dell PowerProtect Data Domain to the latest patched version provided by Dell.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2026-53483?

CVE-2026-53483 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers with remote access, allowing them to bypass authentication.

4

Which versions of Dell PowerProtect Data Domain are affected by CVE-2026-53483?

CVE-2026-53483 affects Dell PowerProtect Data Domain versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.7 and several LTS release versions.

5

Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-53483?

No, CVE-2026-53483 does not require user authentication to be exploited, making it particularly dangerous.

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