CVE-2008-1437: Medium severity microsoft forefront client security vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Malware Protection Engine (mpengine.dll) 1.1.3520.0 and 0.1.13.192, as used in multiple Microsoft products, allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (engine hang and restart) via a crafted file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-1438.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1437?
CVE-2008-1437 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability allowing context-dependent attackers to cause engine hang and restart.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1437?
To mitigate CVE-2008-1437, ensure that you update the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine to the latest version.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1437?
CVE-2008-1437 affects multiple Microsoft products, including Microsoft Forefront Client Security and Microsoft Windows Defender.
Can CVE-2008-1437 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-1437 can be exploited by context-dependent attackers through crafted files.
What are the symptoms of CVE-2008-1437 exploitation?
Symptoms of CVE-2008-1437 exploitation include unexpected engine hangs and restarts during file scan operations.