CVE-2007-2279: Critical severity Symantec Veritas Storage Foundation vulnerability

Published Jun 4, 2007

Updated

The Scheduler Service (VxSchedService.exe) in Symantec Storage Foundation for Windows 5.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary code via certain requests to the service socket that create (1) PreScript or (2) PostScript registry values under Veritas\VxSvc\CurrentVersion\Schedules specifying future command execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Symantec Veritas Storage Foundation=5.0

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2007.06.01.html

Event History

Jun 4, 2007

CVE Published

04:30 PM

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2279?

CVE-2007-2279 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2279?

To fix CVE-2007-2279, ensure that you update Symantec Storage Foundation for Windows to the latest version.

What does CVE-2007-2279 exploit?

CVE-2007-2279 exploits the Scheduler Service in Symantec Storage Foundation, allowing unauthorized code execution.

Which versions of Veritas Storage Foundation are affected by CVE-2007-2279?

Veritas Storage Foundation version 5.0 for Windows is affected by CVE-2007-2279.

Can CVE-2007-2279 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-2279 can be exploited remotely due to insufficient authentication in the Scheduler Service.