CVE Catalog

CVE-2025-55125

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

This vulnerability allows a Backup or Tape Operator to perform remote code execution (RCE) as root by creating a malicious backup configuration file.

Risk Assessment

A person with backup operator privileges can gain full control over the system, leading to complete compromise.

Recommendation

Restrict backup operator privileges and monitor backup configuration files for suspicious changes.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

This vulnerability allows a Backup or Tape Operator to perform remote code execution (RCE) as root by creating a malicious backup configuration file.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS