CVE-2007-6596: Input Validation
First published: Mon Dec 31 2007(Updated: )
ClamAV 0.92 does not recognize Base64 UUEncoded archives, which allows remote attackers to bypass the scanner via a Base64-UUEncoded file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ClamXAV | =0.92 | |
| ClamAV | =0.92 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27064
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019148
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3501
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00009.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29891
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39337
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/485631/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6596?
CVE-2007-6596 is considered a high-severity vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to bypass ClamAV's scanning capabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6596?
To fix CVE-2007-6596, upgrade ClamAV to a version later than 0.92 that properly handles Base64 UUEncoded archives.
What software does CVE-2007-6596 affect?
CVE-2007-6596 specifically affects ClamAV version 0.92.
Can CVE-2007-6596 lead to malware infection?
Yes, CVE-2007-6596 can potentially lead to malware infection as it allows malicious files to evade scanning.
Is CVE-2007-6596 limited to specific file types?
CVE-2007-6596 is related to the way ClamAV handles Base64 UUEncoded archives, which may impact various file types that are encoded in this format.
- agent/type
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/author
- agent/references
- agent/severity
- agent/weakness
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/softwarecombine
- vendor/clam anti-virus
- canonical/clamxav
- version/clamxav/0.92
- canonical/clamav
- version/clamav/0.92