First published: Tue Dec 09 2008(Updated: )
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Backup Exec remote-agent logon process in Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Servers 11.0 (aka 11d) builds 6235 and 7170, 12.0 build 1364, and 12.5 build 2213 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication, and read or delete files, via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Server | =11d-11.0.7170 | |
Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Server | =12.5-12.5.2213 | |
Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Server | =12.0-12.0.1364 | |
Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Server | =11d-11.0.6235 |
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CVE-2008-5407 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to bypass authentication.
To fix CVE-2008-5407, you should update Symantec Backup Exec to the latest version that addresses these vulnerabilities.
CVE-2008-5407 affects Symantec Backup Exec versions 11d, 12.0, and 12.5, specifically builds 6235, 7170, 1364, and 2213.
Yes, CVE-2008-5407 can allow remote attackers to read or delete files, potentially leading to data loss.
CVE-2008-5407 can be exploited for authentication bypass and unauthorized file access or deletion.