Veeam Backup & Replication software versions up to 13.0.1.180 contain multiple critical vulnerabilities, including CVE-2025-59470, which allows remote code execution (RCE) by users assigned Backup or Tape Operator roles. This vulnerability can be exploited by sending malicious 'interval' or 'order' parameters, enabling execution of arbitrary code as the postgres user. The postgres user typically has significant privileges within the backup system, enabling attackers to manipulate backup data or escalate privileges further. Additional vulnerabilities include CVE-2025-55125, allowing RCE as root via malicious backup configuration files; CVE-2025-59468, permitting RCE as postgres by a Backup Administrator through a malicious password parameter; and CVE-2025-59469, enabling Backup or Tape Operators to write files as root. These vulnerabilities collectively expose the backup infrastructure to severe compromise risks, including unauthorized code execution, data tampering, and potential full system control. Veeam has released patches in version 13.0.1.1071 to address these issues. While exploitation in the wild has not been observed, the history of attacks targeting backup software and the critical role of backups in organizational resilience underscore the urgency of remediation. The vulnerabilities affect highly privileged roles, emphasizing the need for strict access controls and monitoring. The CVSS score of 9.0 for CVE-2025-59470 reflects the critical impact and ease of exploitation without user interaction. The vulnerabilities highlight the attack surface within backup management software, a prime target for threat actors aiming to disrupt or ransom enterprise data.

For European organizations, the impact of these vulnerabilities is substantial. Veeam Backup & Replication is widely used across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure, where data integrity and availability are paramount. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized remote code execution with elevated privileges, enabling attackers to manipulate or destroy backup data, disrupt disaster recovery processes, and potentially pivot to other internal systems. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data, increasing the risk of data loss, operational downtime, and regulatory non-compliance under GDPR and other data protection laws. The ability to execute code as root or postgres users amplifies the threat, potentially allowing attackers to deploy ransomware, exfiltrate sensitive information, or establish persistent footholds. The absence of required user interaction and the remote nature of the exploit increase the likelihood of automated or widespread attacks. European organizations with complex backup environments and multiple privileged operators are particularly vulnerable. The reputational damage and financial costs associated with data breaches or prolonged outages could be severe, especially for entities in regulated industries.

Organizations should immediately upgrade Veeam Backup & Replication to version 13.0.1.1071 or later to remediate these vulnerabilities. Beyond patching, it is critical to enforce strict role-based access controls, limiting Backup and Tape Operator privileges to only essential personnel and regularly reviewing these assignments. Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all privileged accounts to reduce the risk of credential compromise. Monitor backup system logs for unusual activity, such as unexpected job starts/stops or configuration changes. Network segmentation should isolate backup infrastructure from general user networks to minimize exposure. Employ application whitelisting and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect anomalous behavior indicative of exploitation attempts. Regularly audit backup configurations and verify integrity of backup files to detect tampering. Conduct security awareness training focused on the risks associated with privileged roles in backup environments. Finally, develop and test incident response plans specifically addressing backup system compromises to ensure rapid containment and recovery.