CVE-2016-2004

HPE Data Protector before 7.03_108, 8.x before 8.15, and 9.x before 9.06 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors related to…

published April 21, 2016

Patch now

High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
94%
Percentile
99.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A lack of authentication means attackers could sneak arbitrary code right through the backdoor! That's like letting anyone into your office simply because they knocked loudly enough. 🔥 Picture a busy restaurant with a staff member who never checks ID at the entrance. A determined diner could walk in, sit down, and start giving orders in the kitchen, completely bypassing any security checks! This vulnerability lets attackers do just that with HPE Data Protector. If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized access and control over the system, allowing an attacker to manipulate data, disrupt services, or even take over the server entirely. While it's not currently known to be actively exploited, the potential consequences are absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Picture a busy restaurant with a staff member who never checks ID at the entrance. A determined diner could walk in, sit down, and start giving orders in the kitchen, completely bypassing any security checks! This vulnerability lets attackers do just that with HPE Data Protector. This vulnerability in HPE Data Protector allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to unspecified vectors linked to a lack of authentication. It's a case of an incomplete fix for a previously reported issue (CVE-2014-2623) that continues to exist in versions before 7.03_108, 8.15, and 9.06.

What to do

If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized access and control over the system, allowing an attacker to manipulate data, disrupt services, or even take over the server entirely. While it's not currently known to be actively exploited, the potential consequences are absolutely devastating! To protect your systems, ensure you upgrade to the patched versions: 7.03_108, 8.15, and 9.06 or newer. Also, implement robust authentication measures to prevent unauthorized access. Regularly review your security protocols to ensure they are up-to-date and effective. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way to securing your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.94251 · 99.9th percentile
Published
2016-04-21T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 APR 10:00Z
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