CVE-2017-6407: High severity Veritas NetBackup vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup Before 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance Before 2.7.2. Privileged remote command execution on NetBackup Server and Client (on the server or a connected client) can occur.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6407?
CVE-2017-6407 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privileged remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6407?
To fix CVE-2017-6407, upgrade Veritas NetBackup to version 7.7.2 or later, or NetBackup Appliance to version 2.7.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-6407?
CVE-2017-6407 affects Veritas NetBackup versions prior to 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance versions prior to 2.7.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6407?
CVE-2017-6407 is a remote command execution vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers.
Who is impacted by CVE-2017-6407?
Organizations using affected versions of Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance are at risk due to CVE-2017-6407.