CVE-2025-22476 is a command injection vulnerability identified in Dell Storage Center - Dell Storage Manager, specifically version 20.1.20. This vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in system commands (classified under CWE-77). An attacker with low privileges and adjacent network access can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary commands remotely on the affected system. The vulnerability does not require user interaction, and the attacker only needs to be on a network adjacent to the target, such as the same subnet or VPN segment. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.5, indicating a medium severity level. The vector details (AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L) show that the attack vector is adjacent network, with low attack complexity, requiring low privileges, no user interaction, and impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the storage management system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or disruption of storage services.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to data storage infrastructure managed by Dell Storage Center - Dell Storage Manager. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized command execution, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical storage systems. This could result in data breaches, data loss, or disruption of storage services, impacting business continuity and regulatory compliance, especially under GDPR requirements. Organizations relying on Dell Storage Manager for enterprise storage solutions, particularly in sectors like finance, healthcare, and government, could face operational disruptions and reputational damage. The requirement for adjacent network access limits remote exploitation but does not eliminate risk, especially in environments with flat network architectures or insufficient network segmentation.

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should implement the following specific measures: 1) Immediately review network segmentation and restrict access to Dell Storage Manager interfaces to trusted administrative networks only, minimizing adjacent network exposure. 2) Apply strict access controls and monitor for any unusual command execution or administrative activity on storage management systems. 3) Deploy network intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) with signatures or heuristics to detect potential command injection attempts targeting storage management protocols. 4) Regularly audit and update Dell Storage Manager software, and apply vendor patches promptly once available. 5) Employ application-layer firewalls or reverse proxies to sanitize inputs and filter malicious payloads directed at the management interface. 6) Conduct internal penetration testing focusing on adjacent network attack vectors to identify and remediate potential exploitation paths. 7) Educate IT staff on the risks of command injection vulnerabilities and enforce the principle of least privilege for all administrative accounts.