Vulnerability Description
VeeamVixProxy in Veeam Backup & Replication (B&R) before 8.0 update 3 stores local administrator credentials in log files with world-readable permissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the files.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Veeam | Veeam Backup \& Replication | <= 8.0.0.2030 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133906/Veeam-Backup-And-Replication-6-7-8-PExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Oct/44Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/536647/100/0/threaded
- http://www.ush.it/2015/10/08/veeam-backup-replication-6-7-8-local-privilege-escaExploit
- http://www.veeam.com/kb2068Vendor Advisory
- https://www.veeam.com/kb2180
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133906/Veeam-Backup-And-Replication-6-7-8-PExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Oct/44Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/536647/100/0/threaded
- http://www.ush.it/2015/10/08/veeam-backup-replication-6-7-8-local-privilege-escaExploit
- http://www.veeam.com/kb2068Vendor Advisory
- https://www.veeam.com/kb2180
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5742?
CVE-2015-5742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). VeeamVixProxy in Veeam Backup & Replication (B&R) before 8.0 update 3 stores local administrator credentials in log files with world-readable permissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive ...
How severe is CVE-2015-5742?
CVE-2015-5742 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Veeam Veeam Backup \& Replication.