CVE-2016-0909: Input Validation

Published Nov 15, 2016
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Updated

EMC Avamar Data Store (ADS) and Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE) versions 7.3 and older contain a vulnerability that may expose the Avamar servers to potentially be compromised by malicious users.

Affected Software

2 affected components
EMC Avamar Data Store<=7.3
EMC Avamar Server Virtual Edition<=7.3

Event History

Nov 15, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0909?

CVE-2016-0909 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow malicious users to compromise EMC Avamar Data Store and Avamar Virtual Edition servers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-0909?

To fix CVE-2016-0909, upgrade to a version of EMC Avamar Data Store or Avamar Virtual Edition newer than version 7.3.

3

Which versions of EMC Avamar are affected by CVE-2016-0909?

CVE-2016-0909 affects EMC Avamar Data Store and Avamar Virtual Edition versions 7.3 and older.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-0909?

The potential consequences of CVE-2016-0909 include unauthorized access and control over sensitive data managed by the affected EMC Avamar systems.

5

Is CVE-2016-0909 still a concern in 2023?

While CVE-2016-0909 is an older vulnerability, it remains a concern for organizations still running unsupported versions of the affected software.

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