CVE-2022-42306: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon Oct 03 2022(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup through 8.2 and related Veritas products. An attacker with local access can send a crafted packet to pbx_exchange during registration and cause a NULL pointer exception, effectively crashing the pbx_exchange process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Veritas NetBackup | <=8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-42306?
CVE-2022-42306 is a vulnerability discovered in Veritas NetBackup through 8.2 and related Veritas products.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-42306?
The severity of CVE-2022-42306 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
How does CVE-2022-42306 affect Veritas NetBackup?
CVE-2022-42306 affects Veritas NetBackup version up to and including 8.2.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-42306?
An attacker with local access can send a crafted packet to pbx_exchange during registration, causing a NULL pointer exception and crashing the pbx_exchange process.
Is there a fix for CVE-2022-42306?
Currently, there is no known fix for CVE-2022-42306. It is recommended to follow the guidance provided by Veritas.
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