OSVDB ID: 20674 Title: VERITAS NetBackup vmd Shared Library Remote Overflow |
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Description |
A remote overflow exists in NetBackup. A shared library used by vmd (volume manager daemon) fails to validate user-supplied input resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Solution: Patch / RCS Exploit: Exploit Public, Exploit Commercial Disclosure: OSVDB Verified, Vendor Verified |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Symantec has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |