CVE-2018-11179
Description
Quest DR Series Disk Backup software version before 4.0.3.1 allows command injection (issue 37 of 46).
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Quest DR Series Disk Backup software before 4.0.3.1 is vulnerable to command injection, allowing remote code execution.
Vulnerability
Quest DR Series Disk Backup software versions prior to 4.0.3.1 contain a command injection vulnerability (issue 37 of 46) [1]. The flaw exists in an unspecified component that fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input, enabling arbitrary OS command execution.
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted network requests to the affected service without requiring authentication [1]. No user interaction is needed; the attack is remotely exploitable.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system with the privileges of the application [1]. This can lead to full system compromise, data theft, service disruption, or lateral movement within the network.
Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in version 4.0.3.1 [1]. Users should upgrade to this version or later. No workarounds have been disclosed. The product is not listed on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
AI Insight generated on May 26, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1- Range: <4.0.3.1
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
3- packetstormsecurity.com/files/148003/Quest-DR-Series-Disk-Backup-Software-4.0.3-Code-Execution.htmlmitrex_refsource_MISC
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/May/71mitremailing-listx_refsource_FULLDISC
- www.coresecurity.com/advisories/quest-dr-series-disk-backup-multiple-vulnerabilitiesmitrex_refsource_MISC
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