CVE-2017-17419CWE-89

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12

published February 8, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 No authentication needed, just a crafted request! Remote attackers can exploit the Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12 and run arbitrary code as easily as placing an order without any ID check. 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and place an order without proving who they are — it’s a recipe for chaos if they start changing the menu on a whim! An attacker could potentially access your database and execute code, leading to unauthorized data manipulation or even a total system takeover. This is not just a breach; it could lead to losing sensitive data or crippling your backup system entirely!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and place an order without proving who they are — it’s a recipe for chaos if they start changing the menu on a whim! The vulnerability stems from improper validation when handling NVBUTransferHistory Get method requests, allowing attackers to inject malicious strings into SQL queries without any authentication checks.

What to do

An attacker could potentially access your database and execute code, leading to unauthorized data manipulation or even a total system takeover. This is not just a breach; it could lead to losing sensitive data or crippling your backup system entirely! To protect your system, it's crucial to patch to the latest version of Quest NetVault Backup as soon as possible. Additionally, consider implementing stricter input validation and monitoring for unusual activity on your databases. 🛡️ You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your system and keep your data safe! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03860 · 90.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2018-02-08T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 FEB 18:00Z
    This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.3.0.12
    cvelistv5