CVE-2004-2442
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Multiple interpretation error in various F-Secure Anti-Virus products, including Workstation 5.43 and earlier, Windows Servers 5.50 and earlier, MIMEsweeper 5.50 and earlier, Anti-Virus for Linux Servers and Gateways 4.61 and earlier, and other products, allows remote attackers to bypass antivirus protection via a compressed file with both local and global headers set to zero, which does not prevent the compressed file from being opened on the target system.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.42 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.42 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.42 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.41 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =6.32 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =6.3 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.0 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.61 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.5 | |
| F-Secure Personal Express | =4.6 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.30 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.52 | |
| F-Secure Personal Express | =4.7 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.52 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.41 | |
| F-Secure for Firewalls | =6.20 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.51 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =2005 | |
| F-Secure Personal Express | =4.5 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.5 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.51 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.52 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.30_sr1 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =2004 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.52 | |
| F-Secure Internet Security 2010 | =2005 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =6.41 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.55 | |
| F-Secure Personal Express | =5.0 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =6.4 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.31 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.2 | |
| F-Secure Internet Security 2010 | =2004 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.21 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =6.01 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.43 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.61 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.5 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =2.6 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.41 | |
| F-Secure Internet GateKeeper for Windows | =6.31 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =5.0 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.60 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =4.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2442?
The severity of CVE-2004-2442 is considered high due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass antivirus protection.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2442?
To fix CVE-2004-2442, update affected F-Secure Anti-Virus products to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.
Which F-Secure products are affected by CVE-2004-2442?
CVE-2004-2442 affects multiple F-Secure Anti-Virus products, including versions 5.43 and earlier, for Windows Servers, Linux Servers, and others.
Can CVE-2004-2442 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-2442 can be exploited remotely, enabling attackers to bypass antivirus detection.
What is the impact of CVE-2004-2442 on system security?
The impact of CVE-2004-2442 on system security is significant, as it may allow malicious files to evade detection and compromise the system.
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