Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Computer Associates BrightStor ARCserve Backup Server
CVE-2006-6917

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Broadcom
Status
Brightstor Arcserve Backup Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 December 2006

What is CVE-2006-6917?

Multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities have been identified in Computer Associates BrightStor ARCserve Backup R11.5 Server, prior to SP2. These vulnerabilities arise when specific operation numbers in Remote Procedure Call (RPC) requests are not properly managed, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code through manipulated inputs targeting TAPEUTIL.dll and TAPEENG.dll. Successful exploitation could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the affected system, emphasizing the importance of applying necessary security updates.

References

http://supportconnectw.ca.com/public/storage/infodocs/bas...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454088/30/0/threaded
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http://www3.ca.com/securityadvisor/newsinfo/collateral.as...
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EPSS Score

49% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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CVE-2006-6917 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Computer Associates BrightStor ARCserve Backup Server