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CVE-2008-2242

7.5 · HIGH

Multiple buffer overflows in xdr functions in the server in CA BrightStor ARCServe Backup 11.0, 11.1, and 11.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated by a stack-based buf…

Published May 21, 2008broadcomCWE-119EPSS 14.72%

Overview

CVE-2008-2242 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting broadcom brightstor_arcserve_backup. It was published on May 21, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple buffer overflows in xdr functions in the server in CA BrightStor ARCServe Backup 11.0, 11.1, and 11.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated by a stack-based buffer overflow via a long parameter to the xdr_rwsstring function.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from broadcom. Update brightstor_arcserve_backup to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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References

Refsecunia.com/advisories/30300Refwww.securityfocus.com/archive/1/492274/100/0/threadedRefwww.securityfocus.com/archive/1/492291/100/0/threadedRefwww.securityfocus.com/bid/29283Refwww.securitytracker.com/id?1020044Refwww.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1573/referencesRefwww.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-026/Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42527Refsupport.ca.com/irj/portal/anonymous/phpsupcontent?contentID=176798Refsecunia.com/advisories/30300

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2242?

CVE-2008-2242 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting broadcom brightstor_arcserve_backup. It was published on May 21, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2008-2242?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2008-2242?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from broadcom. Update brightstor_arcserve_backup to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2008-2242?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2008-2242 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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