CVE-2023-37237
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.52%
Last modified
CVE-2023-37237 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. In Veritas NetBackup Appliance before 4.1.0.1 MR3, insecure permissions may allow an authenticated Admin to bypass shell restrictions and execute arbitrary operating system commands via SSH.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Veritas NetBackup Appliance before 4.1.0.1 MR3, insecure permissions may allow an authenticated Admin to bypass shell restrictions and execute arbitrary operating system commands via SSH.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veritas | Netbackup Appliance | < 4.1.0.1 | — |
| Veritas | Netbackup Appliance | 4.1.0.1 | Maintenance Release1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-37237?
In Veritas NetBackup Appliance before 4.1.0.1 MR3, insecure permissions may allow an authenticated Admin to bypass shell restrictions and execute arbitrary operating system commands via SSH.
How severe is CVE-2023-37237?
CVE-2023-37237 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37237?
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.
How Strix Helps
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