CVE-2008-3174: Medium severity ca internet security suite vulnerability

Published Aug 12, 2008
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the kmxfw.sys driver in CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) r8, as used in CA Internet Security Suite and Personal Firewall, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors, related to "insufficient validation."

Affected Software

5 affected components
Computer Associates Internet Security Suite=2008
Computer Associates Personal Firewall=2008
Computer Associates Host Based Intrusion Prevention System=r8
Computer Associates Personal Firewall=2007
Computer Associates Internet Security Suite=2007

Event History

Aug 12, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3174?

CVE-2008-3174 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-3174?

To fix CVE-2008-3174, update the CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System to the latest version or apply any available patches.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3174?

CVE-2008-3174 affects CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System r8, CA Internet Security Suite 2007 and 2008, and Computer Associates Personal Firewall 2007 and 2008.

4

Can CVE-2008-3174 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-3174 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to cause denial of service.

5

What does insufficient validation mean in the context of CVE-2008-3174?

Insufficient validation in CVE-2008-3174 refers to the failure of the kmxfw.sys driver to properly validate input, leading to potential vulnerabilities.

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