CVE-2007-1448: The Tape Engine in CA (formerly Computer Associates) BrightStor ARCserve Backup 11.5 and earlier allows rem...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old remote denial-of-service issue in CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup. A remote attacker could disable the Tape Engine interface, potentially disrupting backup operations. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring, detailed affected build data, or confirmed exploitation evidence. Exposure is most relevant where BrightStor ARCserve Backup 11.5 or earlier remains deployed and its Tape Engine or related RPC services are reachable from untrusted networks. Modern environments are less likely to run this legacy software, but backup infrastructure often persists longer than expected. Treat this as a legacy backup-infrastructure availability risk. Prioritize if the product is still present, internet-accessible, or critical to recovery operations. Without evidence of active exploitation or severity scoring, urgency depends on whether exposed legacy instances exist. Mitigation focus: Inventory for CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup 11.5 and earlier.; Review CA security notices and apply vendor-supported guidance.; Restrict Tape Engine and backup RPC exposure to trusted management networks..

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Jun 29, 2026, 06:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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