CVE-2017-17418: SQL Injection
First published: Thu Feb 08 2018(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of NVBUPolicy Get method requests. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the underlying database. Was ZDI-CAN-4229.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell NetVault Backup | =11.3.0.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17418?
CVE-2017-17418 has been classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17418?
To fix CVE-2017-17418, upgrade to the latest version of Quest NetVault Backup that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-17418?
CVE-2017-17418 affects installations of Quest NetVault Backup version 11.3.0.12.
Can CVE-2017-17418 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, CVE-2017-17418 can be exploited remotely without requiring authentication.
What does CVE-2017-17418 exploit in Quest NetVault Backup?
CVE-2017-17418 exploits a flaw in the handling of NVBUPolicy Get method requests.
- agent/severity
- agent/references
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/type
- agent/event
- agent/description
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/quest
- canonical/dell netvault backup
- version/dell netvault backup/11.3.0.12