CVE-2007-2152: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 19, 2007
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the On-Access Scanner in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise before 8.0i Patch 12 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename containing multi-byte (Unicode) characters.
Affected Software
1 affected component
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise<=8.0i
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 19, 2007
CVE Published
10:19 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2152?
CVE-2007-2152 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-2152?
To fix CVE-2007-2152, update McAfee VirusScan Enterprise to version 8.0i Patch 12 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-2152?
CVE-2007-2152 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the On-Access Scanner of McAfee VirusScan Enterprise.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2007-2152?
CVE-2007-2152 affects users of McAfee VirusScan Enterprise versions prior to 8.0i Patch 12.
5
What attack vector is utilized in CVE-2007-2152?
CVE-2007-2152 can be exploited by user-assisted remote attackers using specially crafted long filenames.