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CVE-2024-40710

Veeam Backup & Replication - Core Service

Veeam CVSS 8.8 Updated April 6, 2026

Executive Risk Summary

"A series of high-severity vulnerabilities in Veeam Backup & Replication enable remote code execution as the service account and extraction of sensitive information. Exploitation requires a user with a low-privileged role within the system."

Anticipated Attack Path

  1. 1. Initial Access: Low-privileged user gains access to the system
  2. 2. Privilege Escalation: Exploitation of vulnerabilities to gain service account privileges
  3. 3. Data Extraction: Extraction of sensitive information including saved credentials and passwords

Am I Vulnerable?

  • Verify user role assignments within Veeam Backup & Replication
  • Monitor system logs for suspicious activity related to the core service
  • Apply patches and updates as recommended by Veeam

Operational Audit Arsenal

Target Type Windows Service
Target Asset VeeamBackupSvc
Standard Path C:\Program Files\Veeam\Backup and Replication\

Manual Verification Required

This is a non-Windows asset (Veeam). Use the target asset details and official path provided above to verify your current version against the official vendor advisories listed below.

Patch Impact Forecast

Reboot Required Likely

Potential disruption to backup and replication services during patch application

Internal Work Notes

High-severity vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication requiring immediate patching to prevent remote code execution and data extraction.

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