CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-44269

MediumCVSS 4.4
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Exploitation Probability (EPSS)

Low risk
0.13%

3th percentile - higher than 3% of all known CVEs

Summary

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain in multiple versions contains an improper link resolution before file access vulnerability. It allows a high privileged attacker with local access to gain unauthorized access to the system.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential privilege escalation or bypass of access controls by a privileged local user, which could lead to data confidentiality and integrity breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately apply security patches provided by the vendor for all affected versions and restrict local access to trusted administrators.

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Original NVD description (English source)

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.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS