CVE-2017-12477
First published: Mon Aug 07 2017(Updated: )
It was discovered that the bpserverd proprietary protocol in Unitrends Backup (UB) before 10.0.0, as invoked through xinetd, has an issue in which its authentication can be bypassed. A remote attacker could use this issue to execute arbitrary commands with root privilege on the target system.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kaseya Unitrends Backup | <10.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12477?
CVE-2017-12477 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote command execution with root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12477?
To fix CVE-2017-12477, upgrade Unitrends Backup to version 10.0.0 or later.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-12477?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-12477 can bypass authentication and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges.
Which versions of Unitrends Backup are affected by CVE-2017-12477?
CVE-2017-12477 affects all versions of Unitrends Backup prior to 10.0.0.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-12477?
No official workaround for CVE-2017-12477 has been published; upgrading to a fixed version is recommended.
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