CVE-2005-0771: Critical severity Symantec Veritas Backup Exec vulnerability
VERITAS Backup Exec Server (beserver.exe) 9.0 through 10.0 for Windows allows remote unauthenticated attackers to modify the registry by calling methods to the RPC interface on TCP port 6106.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0771?
CVE-2005-0771 is considered critical due to the potential for remote unauthenticated attackers to modify the system registry.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0771?
To fix CVE-2005-0771, upgrade to a patched version of Symantec Veritas Backup Exec or disable the RPC interface on TCP port 6106.
Which versions of Backup Exec are affected by CVE-2005-0771?
CVE-2005-0771 affects Symantec Veritas Backup Exec versions 9.0 through 10.0, including specific revisions like 9.0_rev.4454 and 10.0_rev.5484.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-0771 enable?
CVE-2005-0771 enables remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary modifications to the Windows registry.
Is CVE-2005-0771 related to any particular service?
CVE-2005-0771 is specifically related to vulnerabilities in the RPC interface of the Backup Exec service on Windows systems.