CVE-2026-53480 Path traversal in PowerProtect Data Domain

Low 2.7 Published 8 Jul 2026 Updated 8 Jul 2026

A high-privileged remote attacker can exploit a path traversal vulnerability in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain to modify unauthorized files.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-53480?

CVE-2026-53480 is a low-severity path traversal vulnerability in Dell Data Domain Operating System, published on 8 Jul 2026. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

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. A high privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized file modification.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-53480?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dell Data Domain Operating System.

How do I fix CVE-2026-53480?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-53480 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2026-53480 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-53480 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-6rx8-5c7f-4wh3.