CVE-2007-1557: High severity F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus vulnerability
Format string vulnerability in F-Secure Anti-Virus Client Security 6.02 allows local users to cause a denial of service and possibly gain privileges via format string specifiers in the Management Server name field on the Communication settings page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1557?
CVE-2007-1557 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local denial of service and privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1557?
To fix CVE-2007-1557, upgrade F-Secure Anti-Virus Client Security to a version later than 6.02 that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-1557?
CVE-2007-1557 affects local users of F-Secure Anti-Virus Client Security 6.02.
What kind of attack does CVE-2007-1557 enable?
CVE-2007-1557 enables local users to perform denial of service attacks and potentially gain elevated privileges through format string vulnerabilities.
Is CVE-2007-1557 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2007-1557 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to the affected system to exploit.