CVE-2026-23501: CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines
Description
Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines versions prior to 6.1 contain an OS Command Injection vulnerability (CWE-78). This flaw allows a high-privileged remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system without user interaction. The vulnerability is rated high severity with a CVSS score of 7.2.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.2high
Affected software
Dell
RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-23501 describes an OS Command Injection vulnerability in Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines, specifically in versions 6.0.3 and 6.0.3.1, and generally all versions prior to 6.1. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements in OS commands, enabling a remote attacker with high privileges to execute arbitrary commands. This can lead to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a high-privileged remote attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands, potentially leading to full system compromise including data theft, modification, or denial of service.
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available in Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines version 6.1 and later. Users should upgrade to version 6.1 or later to remediate this vulnerability. No additional vendor advisory content is provided; therefore, check Dell's official security advisories for the latest patch and remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- dell
- Date Reserved
- 2026-01-13T18:05:59.425Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a85c708acd9273b493b3038
Added to database: 08/19/2026, 15:08:56 UTC
Last enriched: 09/11/2026, 08:18:17 UTC
Last updated: 10/04/2026, 10:02:26 UTC
Views: 72
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