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 NVBUBackup Count 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-4238.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Dell NetVault Backup | =11.3.0.12 |
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CVE-2017-17652 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.
To fix CVE-2017-17652, update Quest NetVault Backup to a version greater than 11.3.0.12 that addresses this vulnerability.
Yes, CVE-2017-17652 can be exploited by attackers without the need for authentication.
CVE-2017-17652 can lead to arbitrary code execution on vulnerable installations.
CVE-2017-17652 affects Quest NetVault Backup version 11.3.0.12.