CVE-2015-7408
First published: Mon Feb 15 2016(Updated: )
The server in IBM Spectrum Protect (aka Tivoli Storage Manager) 5.5 and 6.x before 6.3.5.1 and 7.x before 7.1.4 does not properly restrict use of the ASNODENAME option, which allows remote attackers to read or write to backup data by leveraging proxy authority.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =5.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.1.0.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.2.0.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.3.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.4.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.5.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.0.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.0.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.0.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7408?
CVE-2015-7408 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7408?
To fix CVE-2015-7408, upgrade IBM Spectrum Protect to version 6.3.5.1 or later for 6.x series or version 7.1.4 or later for 7.x series.
Which versions of IBM Spectrum Protect are affected by CVE-2015-7408?
CVE-2015-7408 affects IBM Spectrum Protect versions 5.5 and 6.x before 6.3.5.1, and 7.x before 7.1.4.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-7408?
CVE-2015-7408 can be exploited by remote attackers to read or write backup data by leveraging proxy authority.
What specific options are improperly restricted in CVE-2015-7408?
CVE-2015-7408 involves improper restrictions related to the ASNODENAME option.
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