CVE-2016-0913: Input Validation

Published Oct 5, 2016
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Updated

The client in EMC Replication Manager (RM) before 5.5.3.001-PatchHotfix, EMC Network Module for Microsoft 3.x, and EMC Networker Module for Microsoft 8.2.x before 8.2.3.6 allows remote RM servers to execute arbitrary commands by placing a crafted script in an SMB share.

Affected Software

4 affected components
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications<=8.2.3.6
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications=3.0
EMC NetWorker Module for Microsoft Applications=3.0.1
EMC Replication Manager<=5.5.3

Event History

Oct 5, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0913?

CVE-2016-0913 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-0913?

To fix CVE-2016-0913, upgrade to EMC Replication Manager version 5.5.3.0_01-PatchHotfix or later, and EMC Networker Module for Microsoft version 8.2.3.6 or later.

3

What are the affected versions of EMC Replication Manager in CVE-2016-0913?

CVE-2016-0913 affects EMC Replication Manager versions prior to 5.5.3.0_01-PatchHotfix.

4

Which EMC Networker Module for Microsoft versions are vulnerable according to CVE-2016-0913?

CVE-2016-0913 affects EMC Networker Module for Microsoft versions up to and including 8.2.3.6.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2016-0913 enable?

CVE-2016-0913 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on affected systems.

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