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CVE-2001-0789

First published: Fri Oct 12 2001(Updated: )

Format string vulnerability in avpkeeper in Kaspersky KAV 3.5.135.2 for Sendmail allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via a malformed mail message.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Kaspersky Anti-Virus=3.5.132.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-0789?

    CVE-2001-0789 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-0789?

    To fix CVE-2001-0789, upgrade to a patched version of Kaspersky Anti-Virus that addresses the format string vulnerability.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2001-0789?

    CVE-2001-0789 affects Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 3.5.132.2 for Sendmail.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0789?

    CVE-2001-0789 is a format string vulnerability that can be exploited by sending a malformed mail message.

  • Can CVE-2001-0789 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, CVE-2001-0789 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to the vulnerability in mail message handling.

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