CVE-2008-3373
First published: Wed Jul 30 2008(Updated: )
The files parsing engine in Grisoft AVG Anti-Virus before 8.0.156 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (engine crash) via a crafted UPX compressed file, which triggers a divide-by-zero error.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AVG Antivirus Plus Firewall | =7.1 | |
| AVG Antivirus Plus Firewall | =7.5 | |
| AVG Antivirus Plus Firewall | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.nruns.com/advisories/%5Bn.runs-SA-2008%20004%5D%20-%20AVG%20Antivirus%20UPX%20parsing%20Divide%20by%20Zero%20Advisory.txt
- http://www.grisoft.com/ww.94247
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30417
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31290
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020570
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2225/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44057
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/494867/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3373?
CVE-2008-3373 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to the engine crash caused by a crafted UPX compressed file.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3373?
To fix CVE-2008-3373, upgrade Grisoft AVG Anti-Virus to version 8.0.156 or later.
Which versions of AVG Anti-Virus are affected by CVE-2008-3373?
CVE-2008-3373 affects AVG Anti-Virus versions 7.1, 7.5, and 8.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-3373 involve?
CVE-2008-3373 involves a denial of service attack through a crafted UPX compressed file that triggers a divide-by-zero error.
Who can exploit CVE-2008-3373?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2008-3373 to cause a denial of service by sending a malicious UPX compressed file.
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