CVE-2025-21107: Dell NetWorker, version(s) prior to 19.11.0.3, all versions of 19.10 & prior versions contain(s) an Unquoted S

Q: How do I fix CVE-2025-21107?

networker: upgrade to 19.11.0.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2025-21107 being exploited?

CVE-2025-21107 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2025-21107 affect?

CVE-2025-21107 affects networker. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Dell NetWorker, version(s) prior to 19.11.0.3, all versions of 19.10 & prior versions contain(s) an Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, lea

Routine

HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2025-21107 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting networker. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Dell NetWorker, version(s) prior to 19.11.0.3, all versions of 19.10 & prior versions contain(s) an Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Code execution.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.2% (top 90%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-428
Published	2025-01-30
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Dell · Vendor: dell

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2025-01-30 10:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 08:42 UTCUpdated Record last modified

dell networker UPGRADE

Affected: < 19.11.0.3

Fixed in: 19.11.0.3

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy networker || rpm -q networker || networker --version

2. UPGRADE to 19.11.0.3 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade networker

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade networker

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2025-21107?

networker: upgrade to 19.11.0.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2025-21107 being exploited?

CVE-2025-21107 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2025-21107 affect?

CVE-2025-21107 affects networker. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Dell NetWorker, version(s) prior to 19.11.0.3, all versions of 19.10 & prior versions contain(s) an Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability. A low privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, lea

How urgent is CVE-2025-21107?

Priority 30/100. High severity

Software pages

Dell vulnerabilities

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References

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