CVE-2015-1924: Buffer Overflow
Stack-based buffer overflow in the server in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 before 6.1.12 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-1925, CVE-2015-1929, CVE-2015-1930, CVE-2015-1948, CVE-2015-1953, CVE-2015-1954, CVE-2015-1962, CVE-2015-1963, CVE-2015-1964, and CVE-2015-1965.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1924?
CVE-2015-1924 has a severity rating that indicates a potential denial of service due to a stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1924?
To fix CVE-2015-1924, you should update IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack to version 6.1.12 or later.
Which IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack versions are affected by CVE-2015-1924?
The affected versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack include 6.1.0.0, 6.1.1.0, 6.1.7.2, 6.1.8.0, 6.1.8.1, 6.1.9.0, 6.1.9.1, 6.1.10.0, 6.1.10.1, 6.1.11.0, and 6.1.11.1.
What kind of attack does CVE-2015-1924 facilitate?
CVE-2015-1924 facilitates a denial-of-service attack that can cause the server to crash.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2015-1924?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2015-1924; the recommended action is to upgrade to a patched version.