CVE-2006-4128: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 14, 2006
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Updated

Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in Symantec VERITAS Backup Exec for Netware Server Remote Agent for Windows Server 9.1 and 9.2 (all builds), Backup Exec Continuous Protection Server Remote Agent for Windows Server 10.1 (builds 10.1.325.6301, 10.1.326.1401, 10.1.326.2501, 10.1.326.3301, and 10.1.327.401), and Backup Exec for Windows Server and Remote Agent 9.1 (build 9.1.4691), 10.0 (builds 10.0.5484 and 10.0.5520), and 10.1 (build 10.1.5629) allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPC message.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=9.1
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=9.1_build9.1.4691
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=9.2
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.0
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.0_build10.0.5484
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.0_build10.0.5520
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1.325.6301
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1.326.1401
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1.326.2501
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1.326.3301
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1.327.401
Symantec Veritas Backup Exec=10.1_build10.1.5629

Event History

Aug 14, 2006
CVE Published
11:04 PM
Aug 15, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4128?

CVE-2006-4128 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4128?

To fix CVE-2006-4128, upgrade to the latest version of Symantec VERITAS Backup Exec that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2006-4128?

CVE-2006-4128 affects multiple versions of Symantec VERITAS Backup Exec, specifically versions 9.1, 9.2, and 10.1 Remote Agents for Windows Server.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-4128?

CVE-2006-4128 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2006-4128 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-4128 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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