CVE-2007-2967: Input Validation

Published May 31, 2007
·
Updated

Multiple F-Secure anti-virus products for Microsoft Windows and Linux before 20070522 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (file scanning infinite loop) via certain crafted (1) ARJ archives or (2) FSG packed files.

Affected Software

19 affected components
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=4.65
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=4.65
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=5.42
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=5.44
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=5.52
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=5.61
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus<=6.40
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus=2005
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus=2006
F-Secure F-Secure anti-virus=2007
F-Secure F-secure Anti-virus Client Security<=6.03
F-Secure F-secure Anti-virus Linux Client Security<=5.30
F-Secure F-secure Anti-virus Linux Server Security<=5.30
F-Secure F-Secure Internet Security=2005
F-Secure F-Secure Internet Security=2006
F-Secure F-Secure Internet Security=2007
F-Secure F-Secure Protection Service<=6.40
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper<=2.16
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper<=6.60

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.f-secure.com/security/fsc-2007-3.shtml

Event History

May 31, 2007
CVE Published
11:30 PM
Jun 1, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2967?

CVE-2007-2967 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service through infinite loops in file scanning.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2967?

To fix CVE-2007-2967, upgrade to F-Secure anti-virus products released after May 22, 2007.

3

Which F-Secure products are affected by CVE-2007-2967?

Affected F-Secure products include various versions of F-Secure Anti-Virus for Windows and Linux prior to version updates released in 2007.

4

What type of attacks does CVE-2007-2967 allow?

CVE-2007-2967 allows remote attackers to craft specific ARJ archives or FSG packed files that trigger a denial of service.

5

Is there a known workaround for CVE-2007-2967?

There are no documented workarounds; the recommended solution is to apply the necessary software updates.

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