CVE-2005-3374
First published: Sat Oct 29 2005(Updated: )
Multiple interpretation error in F-Prot 3.16c allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning via a file such as BAT, HTML, and EML with an "MZ" magic byte sequence which is normally associated with EXE, which causes the file to be treated as a safe type that could still be executed as a dangerous file type by applications on the end system, as demonstrated by a "triple headed" program that contains EXE, EML, and HTML content, aka the "magic byte bug."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F-PROT Antivirus | =3.16c |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3374?
CVE-2005-3374 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to bypass virus scanning.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3374?
To fix CVE-2005-3374, update F-Prot Antivirus to a version that addresses the vulnerability.
Which versions of F-Prot are affected by CVE-2005-3374?
CVE-2005-3374 affects F-Prot Antivirus version 3.16c.
What types of files can exploit CVE-2005-3374?
CVE-2005-3374 can be exploited by files that have an "MZ" magic byte sequence, such as BAT, HTML, and EML files.
What is the risk associated with CVE-2005-3374?
The risk associated with CVE-2005-3374 is that malicious files could be executed without detection, leading to potential system compromise.
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