CVE-2021-27877
Veritas Backup Exec Agent Improper Authentication Vulnerability
Summary
Veritas Backup Exec (BE) Agent contains an improper authentication vulnerability that could allow an attacker unauthorized access to the BE Agent via SHA authentication scheme.
Affected software
Vendor: Veritas · Product: Backup Exec Agent
Weakness types (CWE):
What to do
This vulnerability appears in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, meaning it is being exploited in the wild. Prioritize patching affected systems and verify exposure across your estate.
Related vulnerabilities in Veritas
| CVE | Name | EPSS | Exploited |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2021-27878 | Veritas Backup Exec Agent Command Execution Vulnerability | 24.0% | Yes |
| CVE-2021-27876 | Veritas Backup Exec Agent File Access Vulnerability | 13.4% | Yes |
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