CVE-2005-2611
UnknownEPSS 87.03%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2611 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VERITAS Backup Exec for Windows Servers 8.6 through 10.0, Backup Exec for NetWare Servers 9.0 and 9.1, and NetBackup for NetWare Media Server Option 4.5 through 5.1 uses a static password during authentication from the NDMP agent to the server, which allows remote attackers to read and write arbitrary files with the backup server.. EPSS estimates a 87.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
VERITAS Backup Exec for Windows Servers 8.6 through 10.0, Backup Exec for NetWare Servers 9.0 and 9.1, and NetBackup for NetWare Media Server Option 4.5 through 5.1 uses a static password during authentication from the NDMP agent to the server, which allows remote attackers to read and write arbitrary files with the backup server.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.0.4019 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.0.4170 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.0.4172 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.0.4174 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.0.4202 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.306 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.307 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1067_.2 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1067_.3 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1127_.1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1151_.1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1152 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1152_.4 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1154 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | netware_servers_9.1.1156 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_8.6 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.0 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.0_rev._4367 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.0_rev._4367_sp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.0_rev._4454 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.0_rev._4454_sp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.1_rev._4691 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_9.1_rev._4691_sp2 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_10.0_rev._5484 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_10.0_rev._5484_sp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | windows_servers_10.0_rev._5520 |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec Remote Agent | netware_server |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec Remote Agent | unix_linux_server |
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec Remote Agent | windows_server |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp2 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp3 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp4 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp5 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp6 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp7 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_fp8 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp2 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp3 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp4 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp5 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp6 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp7 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_4.5_mp8 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_5.0 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_5.0_mp1 |
| Symantec Veritas | Netbackup | netware_media_servers_5.0_mp2 |
Showing 50 of 57 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16403Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2005.08.12b.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014662Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/378957Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-224A.htmlThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16403Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2005.08.12b.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014662Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/378957Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-224A.htmlThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2611?
VERITAS Backup Exec for Windows Servers 8.6 through 10.0, Backup Exec for NetWare Servers 9.0 and 9.1, and NetBackup for NetWare Media Server Option 4.5 through 5.1 uses a static password during authentication from the NDMP agent to the server, which allows remote attackers to read and write arbitrary files with the backup server.
How severe is CVE-2005-2611?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2611 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 87.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2611?
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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