CVE-2007-5005: Path Traversal

Published Oct 1, 2007
·
Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in rxRPC.dll in CA (Computer Associates) BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Laptops and Desktops r11.0 through r11.5 allows remote attackers to upload and overwrite arbitrary files via a ..\ (dot dot backslash) sequence in the destination filename argument to sub-function 8 in the rxrReceiveFileFromServer command.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops=4.0
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops=11.0
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops=11.1
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops=11.1-sp1
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops=11.5
Broadcom Desktop Management Suite=11.0
Broadcom Desktop Management Suite=11.1
Broadcom Desktop Management Suite=11.2
CA Protection Suites=r2

Event History

Oct 1, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5005?

CVE-2007-5005 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for unauthorized file upload and overwrite.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5005?

To fix CVE-2007-5005, apply the latest patches provided by Broadcom for affected versions of BrightStor ARCserve Backup.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5005?

CVE-2007-5005 affects BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Laptops and Desktops versions 11.0 through 11.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5005?

CVE-2007-5005 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to manipulate file paths.

5

Can CVE-2007-5005 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-5005 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to upload and overwrite arbitrary files.

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