CVE-2020-10914VEEAM One Agent Deserialization of Untrusted Data
NVD
Vulnerability Summary
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of VEEAM One Agent 9.5.4.4587. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the PerformHandshake method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the service account. Was ZDI-CAN-10400.
CVSS v3.0 Base Metrics — Score 9.8 (CRITICAL)
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAttack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredNone
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
Affected & Patched Versions
- VEEAM One Agent 9.5.4.4587
No patched version published yet
Until a fix ships, reduce exposure:
- Restrict access to the affected service or interface to trusted networks.
- Disable the affected feature if you do not need it.
- Watch the vendor advisory for a firmware or software update.
What to do
Prioritize this fix. Exploit code is public, so attacks can follow quickly.
- Check whether you run VEEAM One Agent and which version.
- No patched version is listed yet. Limit access to the affected service to trusted networks, and disable the feature if you can.
- Subscribe to the vendor advisory so you learn when a fix ships.
- Review logs and exposed services for signs of earlier compromise.
Timeline
- Apr 22, 2020Published
- Aug 4, 2024Record last modified
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Data last checked: Nov 14, 2026 18:32 UTC