Dell PowerProtect Data Domain Command Injection Vulnerability Allowing Root Access

A command injection vulnerability has been identified in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain appliances running Data Domain Operating System (DD OS) versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, as well as LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.20 and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50. This vulnerability allows a high-privileged attacker with remote access to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to root-level access on the affected system.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized command execution with root privileges, allowing an attacker to gain full control over the affected system.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to Dell PowerProtect Data Domain DD OS versions 8.6.1.10, 8.7.0.0 or later, or version 7.13.1.70 or later. Instructions for upgrading the Data Domain Operating System are available on the Dell Support website.