CVE-2005-3376
First published: Sat Oct 29 2005(Updated: )
Multiple interpretation error in Kaspersky 5.0.372 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kaspersky Anti-Virus | =5.0.372 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3376?
CVE-2005-3376 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass virus scanning.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3376?
To mitigate CVE-2005-3376, update Kaspersky Anti-Virus to a version newer than 5.0.372 which addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-3376?
CVE-2005-3376 specifically affects Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 5.0.372.
What types of files can exploit CVE-2005-3376?
CVE-2005-3376 can be exploited using files with BAT, HTML, and EML extensions that contain the 'MZ' magic byte sequence.
What is the impact of CVE-2005-3376?
The impact of CVE-2005-3376 is that malicious files may bypass virus scanning and be executed, posing a risk to systems.
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