CVE-2015-1925: Stack-based buffer overflow in the server in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 before 6.1.12 allows r...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-1925 is a remote denial-of-service flaw in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 server versions before 6.1.12. A remote attacker could crash the server daemon. The sources do not show data theft, code execution, or active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 server versions earlier than 6.1.12. Environments without FastBack, or upgraded beyond the affected range, are not indicated as exposed by the provided sources. Prioritize remediation if FastBack protects critical backup or recovery workflows, especially where reachable beyond trusted administration networks. The main evidenced business risk is outage of backup infrastructure, not confirmed compromise or data exposure. Mitigation focus: Identify any IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack 6.1 servers.; Upgrade affected FastBack servers to 6.1.12 or later per IBM guidance.; Restrict network access to FastBack server management and service ports..

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Jun 13, 2026, 22:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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