CVE-2017-15549: Malicious File Upload

Published Jan 5, 2018
·
Updated

An issue was discovered in EMC Avamar Server 7.1.x, 7.2.x, 7.3.x, 7.4.x, 7.5.0; EMC NetWorker Virtual Edition (NVE) 9.0.x, 9.1.x, 9.2.x; and EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance 2.0. A remote authenticated malicious user with low privileges could potentially upload arbitrary maliciously crafted files in any location on the server file system.

Affected Software

18 affected components
EMC Avamar Server=7.1-21-sp2
EMC Avamar Server=7.1-145-sp1
EMC Avamar Server=7.1-302
EMC Avamar Server=7.1-370
EMC Avamar Server=7.2-32-sp1
EMC Avamar Server=7.2-309
EMC Avamar Server=7.2-401
EMC Avamar Server=7.3-125-sp1
EMC Avamar Server=7.3-211
EMC Avamar Server=7.3-226
EMC Avamar Server=7.3-233
EMC Avamar Server=7.4-58-sp1
EMC Avamar Server=7.4-242
EMC Avamar Server=7.5-183
EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance=2.0
EMC NetWorker=9.0
EMC NetWorker=9.1
EMC NetWorker=9.2

Event History

Jan 5, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-15549?

CVE-2017-15549 is a vulnerability discovered in EMC Avamar Server, EMC NetWorker Virtual Edition (NVE), and EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15549?

CVE-2017-15549 has a severity level of critical.

3

How does CVE-2017-15549 affect EMC Avamar Server?

CVE-2017-15549 affects EMC Avamar Server versions 7.1.x to 7.5.0.

4

How does CVE-2017-15549 impact EMC NetWorker Virtual Edition (NVE)?

CVE-2017-15549 impacts EMC NetWorker Virtual Edition (NVE) versions 9.0.x to 9.2.x.

5

How can I fix CVE-2017-15549?

To fix CVE-2017-15549, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by EMC.

Company

Resources

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203