CVE-2001-0959: Medium severity Broadcom Arcserve Backup vulnerability

Published Sep 15, 2001
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Updated

Computer Associates ARCserve for NT 6.61 SP2a and ARCserve 2000 7.0 creates a hidden share named ARCSERVE$, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information and overwrite critical files.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Broadcom Arcserve Backup=6.61-sp2a
Broadcom Arcserve Backup 2000
CA Arcserve Backup 2000

Event History

Sep 15, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0959?

CVE-2001-0959 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to access sensitive information and write to critical files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0959?

To mitigate CVE-2001-0959, it is recommended to remove the ARCSERVE$ hidden share and apply any available security patches from Broadcom.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2001-0959?

CVE-2001-0959 affects CA ARCserve for NT 6.61 SP2a and CA ARCserve 2000 7.0.

4

What is the risk associated with CVE-2001-0959?

CVE-2001-0959 poses a risk of unauthorized file access and potential data loss due to overwriting critical system files.

5

Can CVE-2001-0959 lead to a data breach?

Yes, CVE-2001-0959 could lead to a data breach by allowing attackers to access and manipulate sensitive data remotely.

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