CVE-2026-23853: CWE-1391: Use of Weak Credentials in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain with Data Domain Operating System (DD OS) of Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.20, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50, contain a use of weak credentials vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized access to the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-23853 describes a use of weak credentials vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain running specific versions of the Data Domain Operating System (DD OS). The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with local access to potentially bypass authentication controls and gain unauthorized system access. The affected versions include Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, LTS2025 release 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.20, and LTS2024 release 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.4, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to full unauthorized access to the affected Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and system functions. The attacker requires local access but does not need prior authentication. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local access to trusted personnel only and monitor for suspicious activity related to authentication attempts on affected systems.
CVE-2026-23853: CWE-1391: Use of Weak Credentials in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain
Description
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain with Data Domain Operating System (DD OS) of Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, LTS2025 release version 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.20, LTS2024 release versions 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50, contain a use of weak credentials vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized access to the system.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-23853 describes a use of weak credentials vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain running specific versions of the Data Domain Operating System (DD OS). The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with local access to potentially bypass authentication controls and gain unauthorized system access. The affected versions include Feature Release versions 7.7.1.0 through 8.5, LTS2025 release 8.3.1.0 through 8.3.1.20, and LTS2024 release 7.13.1.0 through 7.13.1.50. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.4, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to full unauthorized access to the affected Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and system functions. The attacker requires local access but does not need prior authentication. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local access to trusted personnel only and monitor for suspicious activity related to authentication attempts on affected systems.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- dell
- Date Reserved
- 2026-01-16T18:05:07.318Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69e1e1f282d89c981fa18deb
Added to database: 4/17/2026, 7:32:02 AM
Last enriched: 4/17/2026, 7:46:52 AM
Last updated: 4/21/2026, 4:32:29 AM
Views: 34
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