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

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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.