CVE-2017-6401
First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup before 8.0 and NetBackup Appliance before 3.0. Local arbitrary command execution can occur when using bpcd and bpnbat.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Veritas NetBackup | <=8.0 | |
| Veritas NetBackup Appliance | <=3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6401?
CVE-2017-6401 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for local arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6401?
To mitigate CVE-2017-6401, upgrade Veritas NetBackup to version 8.1 or later and Veritas NetBackup Appliance to version 3.1 or later.
What effect does CVE-2017-6401 have on my system?
CVE-2017-6401 allows local attackers to execute arbitrary commands, which can lead to system compromise.
Which versions of Veritas NetBackup are affected by CVE-2017-6401?
CVE-2017-6401 affects Veritas NetBackup versions before 8.0.
Which versions of Veritas NetBackup Appliance are impacted by CVE-2017-6401?
CVE-2017-6401 impacts Veritas NetBackup Appliance versions prior to 3.0.
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