CVE-2017-6400 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been found in versions of Veritas NetBackup prior to 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance prior to 2.7.2, allowing the execution of privileged commands on the local system of both the NetBackup Server and Client.

Understanding CVE-2017-6400

This CVE entry highlights a security issue in Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance versions.

What is CVE-2017-6400?

This CVE identifies a vulnerability that enables the execution of privileged commands on the local system of Veritas NetBackup Server and Client.

The Impact of CVE-2017-6400

The vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized execution of privileged commands on the affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-6400

This section delves into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An issue in Veritas NetBackup versions before 7.7.2 and NetBackup Appliance versions before 2.7.2 allows for the execution of privileged commands on the local system of the server and client.

Affected Systems and Versions

Veritas NetBackup versions prior to 7.7.2
NetBackup Appliance versions prior to 2.7.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability enables attackers to execute privileged commands on the local system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and system compromise.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-6400 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance to versions 7.7.2 and 2.7.2 respectively.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict unnecessary access.
Regularly update and patch software to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and assessments periodically.
Educate users on security best practices to prevent social engineering attacks.
Employ network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and patches from Veritas for NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance to address known vulnerabilities.