Vulnerability identifier: #VU47708

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-27157

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
APTARE
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Veritas Technologies

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request, log in to the application and gain access to the data and functionality.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

APTARE: All versions

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External links
http://www.veritas.com/content/support/en_US/security/VTS20-006#issue2

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.