CVE-2005-3214
First published: Fri Oct 14 2005(Updated: )
Multiple interpretation error in unspecified versions of Avast Antivirus allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection via a malicious executable in a specially crafted RAR file with malformed central and local headers, which can still be opened by products such as Winrar and PowerZip, even though they are rejected as corrupted by Winzip and BitZipper.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avast Antivirus |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3214?
CVE-2005-3214 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3214?
To fix CVE-2005-3214, update Avast Antivirus to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Avast Antivirus are affected by CVE-2005-3214?
CVE-2005-3214 affects unspecified versions of Avast Antivirus.
Can CVE-2005-3214 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-3214 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted RAR files.
What type of files can exploit CVE-2005-3214?
CVE-2005-3214 can be exploited through malicious executables contained in specially crafted RAR files with malformed headers.
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