Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE concerns an old Arkeia backup server issue where database files were created so any local user could write to them. That could expose backup-related sensitive information or let a local user corrupt backup records. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score, patch details, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still running Arkeia backup server 4.2.8-2 or earlier. The affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams must confirm product and version through asset inventory rather than relying on normalized CPE data. Handle as a legacy backup-system hygiene issue with moderate priority. It is not supported as actively exploited, but backup infrastructure is sensitive and file-permission weaknesses can undermine recovery integrity and confidentiality. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or legacy support guidance for fixed versions or official workarounds.; Remove world-writable access from Arkeia database files after change-control review.; Restrict local login access on backup servers to trusted administrators..
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- Known Exploited
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- Published
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- arkeia-insecure-file-permissions(6885)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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