CVE Catalog
CVE-2016-0916
CriticalSummary
EMC NetWorker versions 8.2.1.x and 8.2.2.x before 8.2.2.6 and 9.x before 9.0.0.6 mishandle authentication, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging access to a different NetWorker instance.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access to the system, potentially leading to serious security breaches and data loss.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update EMC NetWorker to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and implement additional security measures to monitor access to instances.
Original NVD description (English source)
EMC NetWorker 8.2.1.x and 8.2.2.x before 8.2.2.6 and 9.x before 9.0.0.6 mishandles authentication, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging access to a different NetWorker instance.