CVE-2008-3287
UnknownEPSS 2.66%
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CVE-2008-3287 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. retroclient.exe in EMC Dantz Retrospect Backup Client 7.5.116 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via malformed packets to TCP port 497, which trigger a NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 2.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
retroclient.exe in EMC Dantz Retrospect Backup Client 7.5.116 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via malformed packets to TCP port 497, which trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Emc Dantz | Retrospect Backup Client | 7.5.116 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31186Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31186Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-3287?
retroclient.exe in EMC Dantz Retrospect Backup Client 7.5.116 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via malformed packets to TCP port 497, which trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2008-3287?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3287 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3287?
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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