Arbitrary Code Execution in Quest NetVault Backup by Quest Software
CVE-2017-17653

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Quest

Status
Quest Netvault Backup
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 February 2018

What is CVE-2017-17653?

A vulnerability in Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without requiring authentication. The flaw stems from inadequate validation of user-supplied input in the NVBUBackupOptionSet Get method requests, which may allow attackers to manipulate SQL queries effectively. This exploitation can result in execution of code within the context of the underlying database, posing significant risks to the integrity and confidentiality of the data.

Affected Version(s)

Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-989
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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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