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CVE-2026-41124 Dell CVE debrief

A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit the path traversal vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, leading to information exposure. The vulnerability affects 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, and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. The vulnerability class is an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal'). The likely operational impact is information exposure. The source confidence is limited due to the lack of publicly available exploit details.

Vendor
Dell
Product
PowerProtect Data Domain
CVSS
LOW 2.3
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-07-03
Original CVE updated
2026-07-08
Advisory published
2026-07-03
Advisory updated
2026-07-08

Who should care

System administrators and security teams responsible for Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems, particularly those with 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, and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70, should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to mitigate it.

Technical summary

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 limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to information exposure. The vulnerability allows an attacker to traverse the directory structure, potentially accessing sensitive information.

Defensive priority

Low priority due to the requirement for local access and high privileges.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Inventory and assess Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems for 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, and LTS2024 release 7.13.1.
  • Apply vendor-recommended patches or updates as available.
  • Monitor system logs for suspicious activity.
  • Enforce strict access controls and ensure high privileges are only granted when necessary.
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified.
  • Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review.
  • Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-03T13:17:10.837Z and was last modified on 2026-07-08T19:34:04.767Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. This vulnerability affects 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, and LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.70. The vulnerability allows a high privileged attacker with local access to potentially exploit the path traversal vulnerability, leading to information exposure. Evidence of exploitation is limited, and defenders should verify system logs for suspicious activity.

Official resources

AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-07-03T13:17:10.837Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed.