Security readout for executives and security teams
This old Symantec Backup Exec ActiveX control can let a malicious web page crash a browser or create/overwrite files on a Windows client that loads the control. The issue is client-side, not just a server login problem. Evidence does not show current exploitation or a CVSS score in the provided sources. Exposure is likely limited to legacy environments still running Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Server 11d or 12.0 and Windows clients capable of loading the vulnerable ActiveX control, typically through Internet Explorer-era workflows. Treat as a targeted legacy-risk cleanup item. It is not KEV-listed in the supplied data, but arbitrary file overwrite through a browser-loaded control warrants removal or upgrade where legacy Backup Exec remains. Mitigation focus: Check Symantec or Veritas advisory guidance for supported fixes or upgrade paths.; Remove or disable pvcalendar.ocx where it is not operationally required.; Restrict ActiveX execution for untrusted sites and legacy browsers..
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