CVE-2008-5407

Name: CVE-2008-5407
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-10T06:44:42.33+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.65%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5407 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Backup Exec remote-agent logon process in Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Servers 11.0 (aka 11d) builds 6235 and 7170, 12.0 build 1364, and 12.5 build 2213 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication, and read or delete files, via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 2.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Backup Exec remote-agent logon process in Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Servers 11.0 (aka 11d) builds 6235 and 7170, 12.0 build 1364, and 12.5 build 2213 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication, and read or delete files, via unknown vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.65%

83.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Symantec	Backup Exec For Windows Server	11d	11.0.6235
Symantec	Backup Exec For Windows Server	12.0	12.0.1364
Symantec	Backup Exec For Windows Server	12.5	12.5.2213

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/32810Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2008.11.19.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.entsupport.symantec.com/docs/314528.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32347
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021246
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3209
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46730
http://secunia.com/advisories/32810Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2008.11.19.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.entsupport.symantec.com/docs/314528.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32347
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021246
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3209
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46730

Timeline

Published: Dec 10, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5407?

How severe is CVE-2008-5407?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5407 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5407?

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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Source: NVD / NIST