CVE-2015-8519: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 4, 2016
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the server in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 5.5.x and 6.x before 6.1.12.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted command, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-8520, CVE-2015-8521, and CVE-2015-8522.

Affected Software

35 affected components
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=5.5.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.0.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.1.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.2.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.3
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.3.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.4
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.4.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.5
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.5.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.5.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.6
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.6.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.6.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.6.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.7
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.7.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.7.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.7.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.8
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.8.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.9
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
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
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.11.0
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.11.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.12
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack=6.1.12.1

Event History

Apr 4, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8519?

CVE-2015-8519 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-8519?

To fix CVE-2015-8519, upgrade IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack to version 6.1.12.2 or later.

3

What versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack are affected by CVE-2015-8519?

Versions 5.5.x and 6.x of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack prior to 6.1.12.2 are affected by CVE-2015-8519.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8519?

CVE-2015-8519 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2015-8519 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-8519 can be exploited remotely by attackers via crafted commands.

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