Code Execution Flaw in Quest NetVault Backup by Quest Software
CVE-2017-17416

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Quest

Status
Quest Netvault Backup
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 February 2018

What is CVE-2017-17416?

This vulnerability permits unauthorized remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12. It arises from improper handling of the NVBUPhaseStatus GetPlugins method requests, where the system fails to sufficiently validate a user-supplied string before using it in SQL queries. As a result, an attacker can exploit this flaw to execute malicious code within the context of the underlying database, compromising the security and integrity of the system.

Affected Version(s)

Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-981
x_refsource_MISC

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

.