CVE-2011-3158: Critical severity hp data protector vulnerability

Published Oct 19, 2011
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in HP Data Protector Notebook Extension 6.20 and Data Protector for Personal Computers 7.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, aka ZDI-CAN-1226.

Affected Software

2 affected components
HP Data Protector for Personal Computers=7.0
HP Data Protector Notebook Extension=6.20

Event History

Oct 19, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3158?

CVE-2011-3158 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-3158?

To fix CVE-2011-3158, update to the latest version of HP Data Protector Notebook Extension or Data Protector for Personal Computers as recommended by HP.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2011-3158?

CVE-2011-3158 affects users of HP Data Protector for Personal Computers version 7.0 and HP Data Protector Notebook Extension version 6.20.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-3158?

CVE-2011-3158 is a remote code execution vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

When was CVE-2011-3158 disclosed?

CVE-2011-3158 was disclosed in 2011 and relates to the security of HP's backup software products.

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