CVE-2022-42305: Path Traversal

Published Oct 3, 2022
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup through 10.0.0.1 and related Veritas products. The NetBackup Primary server is vulnerable to a Path traversal attack through the DiscoveryService service.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Veritas NetBackup<=10.0.0.1

Event History

Oct 3, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:48 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-42305?

CVE-2022-42305 is a vulnerability discovered in Veritas NetBackup through 10.0.0.1 and related Veritas products where the NetBackup Primary server is vulnerable to a Path traversal attack through the DiscoveryService service.

2

What products are affected by CVE-2022-42305?

Veritas NetBackup through 10.0.0.1 and related Veritas products are affected by CVE-2022-42305.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42305?

CVE-2022-42305 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-42305?

To fix CVE-2022-42305, it is advised to update Veritas NetBackup and related Veritas products to a version that is not vulnerable.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-42305?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-42305 at the following reference: [https://www.veritas.com/content/support/en_US/security/VTS22-012#M1](https://www.veritas.com/content/support/en_US/security/VTS22-012#M1)

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