CVE-2025-36588 identifies a critical SQL Injection vulnerability in Dell Unisphere for PowerMax, specifically version 10.2.0.x. The root cause is improper neutralization of special characters in SQL commands, classified under CWE-89. This flaw enables a remote attacker with low privileges to inject malicious SQL code, potentially leading to arbitrary command execution on the affected system. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without requiring user interaction, increasing its risk profile. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with an attack vector over the network, low attack complexity, and only low privileges needed. Although no public exploits are currently known, the nature of SQL Injection vulnerabilities and the criticality of the affected product—Dell Unisphere for PowerMax, a storage management platform widely used in enterprise environments—make this a significant threat. The vulnerability could allow attackers to manipulate or exfiltrate sensitive data, disrupt storage operations, or gain further foothold within enterprise networks. The lack of available patches at the time of reporting necessitates immediate risk mitigation through access controls and monitoring. Given the strategic importance of storage infrastructure in data centers, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk to organizations relying on Dell PowerMax solutions.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-36588 could be severe. Dell PowerMax systems are commonly deployed in large enterprises, financial institutions, telecommunications providers, and critical infrastructure operators across Europe. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized data access, data corruption, or service disruption, affecting business continuity and regulatory compliance, including GDPR mandates on data protection. The ability for a low-privileged remote attacker to execute commands elevates the risk of lateral movement and further compromise within corporate networks. Organizations handling sensitive customer data or critical operations may face reputational damage, financial losses, and legal consequences if exploited. The high CVSS score underscores the potential for widespread impact, especially in sectors where storage systems are integral to daily operations and data integrity is paramount.

1. Monitor Dell’s official channels closely for the release of security patches addressing CVE-2025-36588 and apply them immediately upon availability. 2. Until patches are available, restrict remote network access to Dell Unisphere for PowerMax management interfaces using firewalls, VPNs, or network segmentation to limit exposure. 3. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on any interfaces interacting with SQL commands, if customization or scripting is used. 4. Employ intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to monitor for unusual SQL query patterns or command execution attempts. 5. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability scans focused on storage management systems. 6. Enforce the principle of least privilege for all users and service accounts interacting with Unisphere for PowerMax. 7. Maintain comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect and respond to suspicious activities promptly. 8. Develop and test incident response plans specifically for storage infrastructure compromise scenarios.