Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Admin Plus Pack Option for VERITAS Backup Exec 9.0 through 10.0 for Windows Servers allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Veritas | Backup Exec | 9.0_rev.4367 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15789PatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/276607.htmPatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/277429.htmPatch
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/352625PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14023
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-180A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15789PatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/276607.htmPatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/277429.htmPatch
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/352625PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14023
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-180A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2079?
CVE-2005-2079 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the Admin Plus Pack Option for VERITAS Backup Exec 9.0 through 10.0 for Windows Servers allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2005-2079?
CVE-2005-2079 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2079?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Veritas Backup Exec.