CVE-2005-0771
First published: Thu Jun 23 2005(Updated: )
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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Veritas Backup Exec | =10.0_rev.5484 | |
| Veritas Backup Exec | =9.0_rev.4454 | |
| Veritas Backup Exec | =9.0_rev.4367 | |
| Veritas Backup Exec | =9.1_rev.4691 |
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Reference Links
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/276605.htm
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/277429.htm
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-180A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/584505
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014273
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15789
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=269&type=vulnerabilities&flashstatus=true
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.
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