CVE-2007-2974: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 01 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the file parsing engine in Avira Antivir Antivirus before 7.03.00.09 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted LZH archive file, resulting from an "integer cast around."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avira Antivirus | <=7.04.00.23 | |
| Avira Antivirus | <=7.03.00.08 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.nruns.com/advisories/%5Bn.runs-SA-2007.010%5D%20-%20Avira%20Antivir%20Antivirus%20LZH%20parsing%20Arbitrary%20Code%20Execution%20Advisory.txt
- http://forum.antivir-pe.de/thread.php?threadid=22528
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24187
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018131
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25417
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2007-May/063624.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2764
- http://osvdb.org/36712
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1971
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/34551
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/469805/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2974?
CVE-2007-2974 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2974?
To fix CVE-2007-2974, update Avira Antivirus to version 7.03.00.09 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-2974?
CVE-2007-2974 affects versions of Avira Antivir Antivirus prior to 7.03.00.09 and Avira Av Pack up to 7.03.00.08.
What type of attack is CVE-2007-2974 associated with?
CVE-2007-2974 is associated with buffer overflow vulnerabilities allowing for arbitrary code execution via crafted LZH archive files.
Can CVE-2007-2974 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-2974 can be exploited remotely, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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