Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager
CVE-2015-8519

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 April 2016

Summary

A buffer overflow exists in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack, specifically in versions 5.5.x and 6.x prior to 6.1.12.2. This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers sending specially crafted commands, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code. This issue is distinct from other related vulnerabilities, necessitating urgent attention from users of the affected versions to ensure their systems remain secure.

References

EPSS Score

82% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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