CVE-2015-1896: Buffer Overflow
Published May 25, 2015
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in the FastBackMount process in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 before 6.1.11.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
10 affected components
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.0.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.1.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.7.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.8.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.8.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.9.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.9.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.10.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.10.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.11.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
May 25, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1896?
CVE-2015-1896 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-1896?
To fix CVE-2015-1896, you should upgrade your IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack to version 6.1.11.1 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2015-1896?
CVE-2015-1896 affects multiple versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack, specifically those prior to 6.1.11.1.
4
What kind of attack can be executed through CVE-2015-1896?
CVE-2015-1896 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially compromising the system.
5
What component of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager is vulnerable in CVE-2015-1896?
The vulnerability in CVE-2015-1896 is specifically found in the FastBack process.