CVE-2017-6404
First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup Before 7.7 and NetBackup Appliance Before 2.7. There are world-writable log files, allowing destruction or spoofing of log data.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Veritas NetBackup | <=7.6.1.2 | |
| Veritas NetBackup Appliance Firmware | <=2.6.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6404?
CVE-2017-6404 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for log data manipulation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6404?
To fix CVE-2017-6404, ensure that log files are configured to be non-world-writable.
What versions of Veritas NetBackup are affected by CVE-2017-6404?
CVE-2017-6404 affects Veritas NetBackup versions prior to 7.7.
What versions of Veritas NetBackup Appliance are vulnerable to CVE-2017-6404?
CVE-2017-6404 impacts Veritas NetBackup Appliance versions prior to 2.7.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-6404?
The risks of CVE-2017-6404 include potential loss of log integrity and unauthorized spoofing of log data.
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