CVE-2007-5006 Missing authorization in n/a
Remote attackers can add or delete users and start client restores without authentication due to missing peer verification in CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2007-5006?
CVE-2007-5006 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 1 Oct 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple command handlers in CA (Computer Associates) BrightStor ARCserve Backup for Laptops and Desktops r11.0 through r11.5 do not verify if a peer is authenticated, which allows remote attackers to add and delete users, and start client restores.
Weakness: CWE-287
Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5006?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup Laptops Desktops, Broadcom Desktop Management Suite, Ca Protection Suites.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5006?
No fix has been published for CVE-2007-5006 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2007-5006 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-5006 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-f3fm-5grc-52pj.