CVE-2008-1737: Input Validation
First published: Tue Apr 29 2008(Updated: )
Sophos Anti-Virus 7.0.5, and other 7.x versions, when Runtime Behavioural Analysis is enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot with the product disabled) and possibly gain privileges via a zero value in a certain length field in the ObjectAttributes argument to the NtCreateKey hooked System Service Descriptor Table (SSDT) function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos Anti-Virus for Sophos Central macOS | =7.0.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29996
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3838
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019945
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2249
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491405/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28743
- http://www.sophos.com/support/knowledgebase/article/37810.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1381
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42083
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1737?
The severity of CVE-2008-1737 is considered high, as it can lead to a denial of service and potential privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1737?
To fix CVE-2008-1737, upgrade Sophos Anti-Virus to a version beyond 7.0.5 where the vulnerability has been patched.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-1737?
CVE-2008-1737 affects users of Sophos Anti-Virus versions 7.0.5 and other 7.x versions with Runtime Behavioural Analysis enabled.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-1737?
CVE-2008-1737 is a local denial of service vulnerability that may also allow privilege escalation.
What component of Sophos Anti-Virus is impacted by CVE-2008-1737?
CVE-2008-1737 impacts the Runtime Behavioural Analysis feature of Sophos Anti-Virus.
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