CVE-2005-0496
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0496 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Arkeia Network Backup Client 5.x contains hard-coded credentials that effectively serve as a back door, which allows remote attackers to access the file system and possibly execute arbitrary commands.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Arkeia Network Backup Client 5.x contains hard-coded credentials that effectively serve as a back door, which allows remote attackers to access the file system and possibly execute arbitrary commands.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arkeia | Network Backup | 5.0 |
References
- http://metasploit.com/research/arkeia_agent/Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013256Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20667Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://metasploit.com/research/arkeia_agent/Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013256Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20667Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0496?
Arkeia Network Backup Client 5.x contains hard-coded credentials that effectively serve as a back door, which allows remote attackers to access the file system and possibly execute arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2005-0496?
CVE-2005-0496 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0496?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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