CVE-2007-2863: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 06 2007(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Anti-Virus engine before content update 30.6 in multiple CA (formerly Computer Associates) products allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a .CAB file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CA ARCserve Backup for Laptops and Desktops | =11 | |
| Broadcom Anti-Virus for the Enterprise | =8 | |
| Broadcom Anti-Virus for the Enterprise | =8 | |
| Broadcom ARCserve Backup | =11.5 | |
| Broadcom ARCserve Backup | =11.1 | |
| Broadcom ARCserve Backup | =9.01 | |
| Broadcom BrightStor Enterprise Backup | =10.5 | |
| broadcom common services | =1.0 | |
| broadcom common services | =1.1 | |
| broadcom common services | =2.0 | |
| broadcom common services | =2.1 | |
| broadcom common services | =2.2 | |
| broadcom common services | =3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-034.html
- http://supportconnectw.ca.com/public/antivirus/infodocs/caantivirus-securitynotice.asp
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24331
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25570
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/739409
- http://www.osvdb.org/35244
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018199
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2790
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2072
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/34741
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/470754/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/470601/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2863?
CVE-2007-2863 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2863?
To fix CVE-2007-2863, upgrade your anti-virus software to the latest version available after content update 30.6.
Which products are vulnerable to CVE-2007-2863?
CVE-2007-2863 affects multiple CA products, including CA Anti-Virus for the Enterprise, BrightStor ARCServe Backup, and Broadcom Common Services.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2007-2863?
CVE-2007-2863 can be exploited by attackers sending malicious .CAB files with long filenames to execute arbitrary code remotely.
Is CVE-2007-2863 still a concern today?
While CVE-2007-2863 was identified years ago, outdated software still in use may remain vulnerable if not patched.
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- canonical/broadcom anti-virus for the enterprise
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- version/broadcom arcserve backup/11.5
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- version/broadcom arcserve backup/9.01
- canonical/broadcom brightstor enterprise backup
- version/broadcom brightstor enterprise backup/10.5
- canonical/broadcom common services
- version/broadcom common services/1.0
- version/broadcom common services/1.1
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- version/broadcom common services/2.1
- version/broadcom common services/2.2
- version/broadcom common services/3.0