CVE-2012-2284: Low severity emc networker module for microsoft applications vulnerability

Published Oct 18, 2012
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Updated

The (1) install and (2) upgrade processes in EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications (NMM) 2.2.1, 2.3 before build 122, and 2.4 before build 375, when Exchange Server is used, allow local users to read cleartext administrator credentials via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

4 affected components
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications=2.2.1
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications=2.3
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications=2.4
Microsoft Exchange Server

Event History

Oct 18, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2284?

CVE-2012-2284 is classified as a vulnerability that allows local users to read cleartext administrator credentials, indicating a high severity risk.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-2284?

To fix CVE-2012-2284, upgrade to EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications version 2.4 build 375 or higher.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2012-2284?

CVE-2012-2284 affects EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications versions 2.2.1, 2.3 before build 122, and 2.4 before build 375.

4

Can CVE-2012-2284 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2012-2284 cannot be exploited remotely as it involves local user access to the affected system.

5

What types of user accounts are impacted by CVE-2012-2284?

CVE-2012-2284 impacts local user accounts that have access to the EMC NetWorker Module under specific configurations.

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