CVE-2026-53481 Dell PowerProtect Data Domain 7.7.1.0-8.7 Improper Path Traversal
CVE-2026-53481 Published on July 7, 2026
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 contain an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized access to the system. 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.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-53481 can be exploited with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be critical as this vulnerability has a high impact to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of this component.
Weakness Type
What is a Directory traversal Vulnerability?
The software uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the software does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.
CVE-2026-53481 has been classified to as a Directory traversal vulnerability or weakness.
Affected Versions
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain:- Before 8.8.0.0 or later is affected.
- Before 8.6.1.20 or later is affected.
- Before 8.3.1.40 or later is affected.
- Before 7.13.1.80 or later is affected.