Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Quest NetVault Backup by Quest Software
CVE-2017-17415

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Quest

Status
Quest Netvault Backup
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 February 2018

What is CVE-2017-17415?

This vulnerability in Quest NetVault Backup allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations. Exploitation does not require user authentication, making it particularly dangerous. The vulnerability arises from improper validation within the NVBUPhaseStatus Count method, which leads to unsafe handling of user-supplied input in SQL queries. By leveraging this flaw, an attacker can manipulate SQL commands, potentially taking control of the underlying database environment. This raises significant security concerns for organizations using this software.

Affected Version(s)

Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-980
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EPSS Score

21% 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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