CVE-2017-17655

Name: CVE-2017-17655
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-08T18:29:01.04+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.93%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-17655 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 3.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of NVBUBackup PluginList method requests. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the underlying database. Was ZDI-CAN-4289.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.93%

89.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Quest	Netvault Backup	11.3.0.12

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-991Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-991Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-17655?

How severe is CVE-2017-17655?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-17655 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17655?

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