CVE-2005-1272: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 5, 2005
·
Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the Backup Agent for Microsoft SQL Server in BrightStor ARCserve Backup Agent for SQL Server 11.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string sent to port (1) 6070 or (2) 6050.

Affected Software

23 affected components
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.5
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11.0
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=11.0
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11.1
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.0
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=9.0.1
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.5
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11.1
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=11.1
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.0
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.0
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11.1
CA Brightstor Enterprise Backup Agent=10.5
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=11.1
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=9.0.1
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=9.0.1
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=11.0
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=11.0
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=9.0_1
CA Brightstor Arcserve Backup Agent=9.0.1
Broadcom Brightstor Enterprise Backup=10.0
Broadcom Brightstor Enterprise Backup=10.5

Event History

Aug 5, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
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-2005-1272?

CVE-2005-1272 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-1272?

To fix CVE-2005-1272, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Broadcom for the affected versions of the BrightStor ARCServe Backup software.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2005-1272?

CVE-2005-1272 affects BrightStor ARCServe Backup Agent version 11.0 and several other BrightStor products including versions 10.0 and 10.5.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2005-1272 enable?

CVE-2005-1272 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server by exploiting a stack-based buffer overflow.

5

What ports are involved in the exploitation of CVE-2005-1272?

CVE-2005-1272 can be exploited through long strings sent to ports 6070 and 6050 on the affected systems.

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