CVE-2017-6406
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
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CVE-2017-6406 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup Before 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance Before 2.7.2. Arbitrary privileged command execution, using whitelist directory escape with "../" substrings, can occur.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup Before 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance Before 2.7.2. Arbitrary privileged command execution, using whitelist directory escape with "../" substrings, can occur.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Veritas | Access | <= 7.2.1 |
| Veritas | Netbackup | <= 7.7.1 |
| Veritas | Netbackup Appliance | <= 2.7.1 |
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6406?
An issue was discovered in Veritas NetBackup Before 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance Before 2.7.2. Arbitrary privileged command execution, using whitelist directory escape with "../" substrings, can occur.
How severe is CVE-2017-6406?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6406 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6406?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-6406?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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