CVE-2011-0924

CVE-2011-0924 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Hp Data Protector with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The client in HP Data Protector does not verify the contents of files associated with the EXEC_CMD command, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script code by providing this code with a trusted filename, as demonstrated by omni_chk_ds.sh.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-0924?
The client in HP Data Protector does not verify the contents of files associated with the EXEC_CMD command, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script code by providing this code with a trusted filename, as demonstrated by omni_chk_ds.sh.
How severe is CVE-2011-0924?
CVE-2011-0924 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2011-0924 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-0924?
CVE-2011-0924 affects Hp Data Protector. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0924?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-0924 published?
CVE-2011-0924 was published on 2011-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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