CVE-2011-0994: Stack-based buffer overflow in NFRAgent.exe in Novell File Reporter (NFR) before 1.0.2 allows remote attack...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2011-0994 is a remote code execution flaw in Novell File Reporter Agent before 1.0.2. A remote attacker could trigger a stack buffer overflow through malformed XML data. The bundle does not show active exploitation, but exposed legacy deployments should be treated as urgent because successful exploitation could run attacker-controlled code. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running Novell File Reporter before 1.0.2, especially where NFRAgent.exe is reachable from untrusted networks. Modern environments may have no exposure if the product was retired or upgraded. Prioritize validation if Novell File Reporter may still exist in the environment. This is old software, but the impact is high where present: a reachable vulnerable agent could allow remote code execution on affected systems. Mitigation focus: Identify any Novell File Reporter deployments and their exact versions.; Upgrade Novell File Reporter to 1.0.2 or later where still deployed.; Restrict network access to NFRAgent.exe services from trusted management networks only..

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Jun 24, 2026, 13:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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