CVE-2016-7399: Command Injection

Published Jan 4, 2017
·
Updated

scripts/license.pl in Veritas NetBackup Appliance 2.6.0.x through 2.6.0.4, 2.6.1.x through 2.6.1.2, 2.7.x through 2.7.3, and 3.0.x allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the hostName parameter to appliancews/getLicense.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.0.0
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.0.1
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.0.2
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.0.3
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.0.4
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.1.0
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.1.1
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.6.1.2
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.7.0.0
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.7.1.0
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=2.7.2.0
Veritas Netbackup Appliance Firmware=3.0.0.0
Veritas NetBackup Appliance

Event History

Jan 4, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7399?

CVE-2016-7399 has a high severity level as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7399?

To fix CVE-2016-7399, upgrade the Vernitas NetBackup Appliance to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Veritas NetBackup Appliance are affected by CVE-2016-7399?

CVE-2016-7399 affects Veritas NetBackup Appliance firmware versions 2.6.0.x through 2.6.0.4, 2.6.1.x through 2.6.1.2, 2.7.x through 2.7.3, and 3.0.x.

4

Can CVE-2016-7399 be exploited without authentication?

Yes, CVE-2016-7399 can be exploited by remote attackers without requiring authentication.

5

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-7399?

Exploiting CVE-2016-7399 can lead to unauthorized command execution on the affected Veritas NetBackup Appliance.

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