CVE-2017-15517: Infoleak
First published: Fri Nov 17 2017(Updated: )
AltaVault OST Plug-in versions prior to 1.2.2 may allow attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors. All users are urged to move to a fixed version and change passwords used by Veritas NetBackup to access the OST shares on the NetApp AltaVault as a precaution.
Credit: security-alert@netapp.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netapp Altavault Ost Plug-in | <1.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15517?
CVE-2017-15517 has a medium severity rating with a score of 5.5.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15517?
To fix CVE-2017-15517, upgrade to version 1.2.2 or later of the AltaVault OST Plug-in.
What sensitive information can be exposed due to CVE-2017-15517?
CVE-2017-15517 may allow attackers to obtain unspecified sensitive information from affected systems.
Which versions of the AltaVault OST Plug-in are affected by CVE-2017-15517?
All versions of the AltaVault OST Plug-in prior to 1.2.2 are affected by CVE-2017-15517.
What precaution should be taken after fixing CVE-2017-15517?
After fixing CVE-2017-15517, users should change passwords used by Veritas NetBackup to access the OST shares.
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