CVE-2004-1172: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 22, 2004
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Agent Browser in Veritas Backup Exec 8.x before 8.60.3878 Hotfix 68, and 9.x before 9.1.4691 Hotfix 40, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a registration request with a long hostname.
Affected Software
5 affected components
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=8.0
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=8.5
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=8.6
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=9.0
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=9.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 22, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1172?
CVE-2004-1172 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-1172?
To fix CVE-2004-1172, update Veritas Backup Exec to version 8.60.3878 Hotfix 68 or 9.1.4691 Hotfix 40 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2004-1172?
CVE-2004-1172 affects Symantec Veritas Backup Exec versions 8.0 through 9.1.
4
Can CVE-2004-1172 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-1172 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted registration request.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-1172?
CVE-2004-1172 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.