CVE-2017-8858 : Security Advisory and Response

Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and earlier, as well as NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and earlier, are affected by an unauthenticated privileged remote file write vulnerability.

Understanding CVE-2017-8858

This CVE involves a security issue in the 'bprd' process of Veritas NetBackup versions.

What is CVE-2017-8858?

The 'bprd' process in Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and earlier, and NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and earlier, allows unauthenticated privileged remote file write, posing a security risk.

The Impact of CVE-2017-8858

This vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to write files on the affected system without authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-8858

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Veritas NetBackup versions allows unauthenticated privileged remote file write through the 'bprd' process, enabling attackers to manipulate files remotely.

Affected Systems and Versions

Veritas NetBackup 8.0 and earlier
NetBackup Appliance 3.0 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely without authentication by leveraging the 'bprd' process, gaining unauthorized write access to files on the targeted system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-8858 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Veritas to address the vulnerability promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities that could indicate exploitation of the flaw.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to critical systems.
Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities and enhance overall security posture.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and patches from Veritas to ensure that the 'bprd' process is secure and protected against potential exploits.