CVE-2000-0781: High severity CA ARCserve Backup vulnerability

Published Oct 20, 2000
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Updated

uagentsetup in ARCServeIT Client Agent 6.62 does not properly check for the existence or ownership of a temporary file which is moved to the agent.cfg configuration file, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the temporary file before it is moved.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CA ARCserve Backup=6.63_linux

Event History

Oct 20, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 1, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0781?

CVE-2000-0781 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its ability to allow local users to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-0781?

To fix CVE-2000-0781, ensure proper access controls and validation checks for temporary files in the application.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2000-0781?

CVE-2000-0781 affects users of Broadcom BrightStor ARCserve Backup version 6.63 on Linux.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0781?

CVE-2000-0781 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

Can remote users exploit CVE-2000-0781?

No, CVE-2000-0781 can only be exploited by local users who have access to the affected system.

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