CVE-2017-8857 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-8857 affecting Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance, allowing unauthorized file copying and remote command execution. Find mitigation steps here.
Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance are affected by a vulnerability that allows unauthorized file copying and remote command execution.
Understanding CVE-2017-8857
This CVE involves the 'bprd' process in Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and older versions, as well as NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and older versions.
What is CVE-2017-8857?
The vulnerability in Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance allows for unauthorized file copying and arbitrary remote command execution through the 'bprd' process.
The Impact of CVE-2017-8857
The vulnerability can be exploited to copy files without authorization and execute remote commands on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data breaches.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-8857
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The 'bprd' process in Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and earlier, as well as NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and earlier, enables unauthorized file copying and arbitrary remote command execution.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and older versions
- NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and older versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows threat actors to copy files and execute commands remotely through the 'bprd' process, potentially compromising system integrity and confidentiality.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-8857 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Veritas to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities that could indicate exploitation attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities proactively.
Patching and Updates
Regularly update Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup Appliance to the latest versions to ensure that security patches are applied promptly.