CVE-2026-44269 Details
Description
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.6, 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 contain an improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized access.
A vulnerability exists in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.6, as well as in LTS2026 release versions 8.6.1.0 through 8.6.1.10, LTS2025 release versions 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.30, and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. This vulnerability involves improper link resolution before file access, commonly referred to as a 'link following' vulnerability. It could be exploited by a high-privileged attacker with local access, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Users are advised to upgrade to version 8.7.0.0 or later. For instructions on how to upgrade, see the Dell Knowledge Base article 'How to Upgrade the Data Domain Operating System'.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 6, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000481268/dsa-2026-278-security-update-for-dell-powerprotect-data-domain-multiple-vulnerabilities | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-59 | Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| dell data domain operating system | >= 7.7.1.0, <= 7.13.1.70 >= 8.0.0.0, <= 8.3.1.30 >= 8.4.0.0, <= 8.6.1.10 |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jul 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 3, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |