CVE-2015-4933: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 3, 2015

Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the server in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 before 6.1.12.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-4931, CVE-2015-4932, CVE-2015-4934, and CVE-2015-4935.

Affected Software

11 affected components

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.0.0

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

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.11.1

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21961928

Event History

Aug 3, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-4933?

CVE-2015-4933 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2015-4933?

To fix CVE-2015-4933, upgrade IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack to version 6.1.12.1 or later.

Which versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack are affected by CVE-2015-4933?

CVE-2015-4933 affects versions 6.1.0.0 through 6.1.11.1 of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-4933?

CVE-2015-4933 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the server.

Can CVE-2015-4933 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-4933 can be exploited remotely through a crafted packet sent to the affected service.