CVE-2026-101207 in OpenManage Integration
Summary
by MITRE • 10/06/2026
Dell OpenManage Integration with Microsoft Windows Admin Center, versions prior to 3.7.0, contains an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with remote access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Remote execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/06/2026
The identified security flaw resides within Dell OpenManage Integration for Microsoft Windows Admin Center, specifically affecting versions released prior to 3.7.0. This component serves as a bridge between the Windows Admin Center management interface and Dell hardware infrastructure, allowing administrators to monitor and manage server components such as BIOS settings, firmware updates, and system health metrics through a web-based dashboard. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-78, which denotes Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command, commonly known as OS command injection. This classification highlights that the software fails to adequately sanitize or validate user-supplied input before incorporating it into operating system commands executed by the underlying application logic.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from insufficient validation mechanisms within the integration module when processing specific inputs intended for hardware management operations. When a request is received, particularly those involving configuration changes or status queries that trigger backend command execution, the application does not strictly enforce input constraints against metacharacters such as semicolons, pipes, ampersands, or other shell operators. This lack of rigorous sanitization allows an attacker to inject malicious command sequences into legitimate requests. Because this integration typically runs with elevated privileges necessary to interact with low-level hardware interfaces and system services, the injected commands are executed within a context that possesses significant authority over the host operating system.
The operational impact of exploiting this vulnerability is severe due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication requirements beyond basic access credentials or network reachability depending on configuration. A low-privileged attacker who has obtained valid login credentials for the Windows Admin Center interface, or potentially an unauthenticated user if exposed directly to a network with weak perimeter controls, can leverage this flaw to execute arbitrary commands on the server hosting the integration service. This capability effectively bypasses standard access control mechanisms, allowing the adversary to escalate privileges, install malware, exfiltrate sensitive data, or use the compromised system as a pivot point for further lateral movement within the enterprise network. The ability to achieve remote execution transforms what might otherwise be an information disclosure issue into a critical compromise of system integrity and availability.
This vulnerability aligns with MITRE ATT&CK technique T1059, specifically Command and Scripting Interpreter sub-techniques such as PowerShell or Windows Command Shell, which adversaries use to execute malicious commands on compromised systems. The exploitation path typically involves crafting specific HTTP requests that contain the injected payload within parameters related to hardware management functions. Once executed, these commands operate with the privileges of the application service account, which often holds administrative rights over the Dell OpenManage components and potentially broader system access depending on how Windows Admin Center is deployed and configured.
Mitigation strategies must prioritize immediate remediation through software updates. Organizations running versions prior to 3.7.0 should upgrade to version 3.7.0 or later as soon as possible, as this release addresses the input validation deficiencies responsible for the command injection flaw. In environments where patching is not immediately feasible due to operational constraints, temporary mitigations include restricting network access to the Windows Admin Center interface to only trusted management subnets and enforcing strict multi-factor authentication alongside strong password policies to reduce the risk of credential compromise. Additionally, deploying web application firewalls with rules capable of detecting and blocking common OS command injection patterns can provide a layer of defense in depth by intercepting malicious payloads before they reach the vulnerable application logic. Regular security audits and penetration testing focused on input validation weaknesses are also recommended to identify similar vulnerabilities across other integrated management tools within the infrastructure.