CVE-2008-6962: Input Validation
Avira AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, AntiVir Professional, and AntiVir Personal - FREE allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IOCTL request that overwrites a kernel pointer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6962?
CVE-2008-6962 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6962?
To fix CVE-2008-6962, users should ensure they have the latest version of Avira AntiVir installed that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-6962?
CVE-2008-6962 affects users of Avira Antivir Premium, Premium Security Suite, AntiVir Professional, and AntiVir Personal.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2008-6962?
CVE-2008-6962 can be exploited through a crafted IOCTL request, allowing local users to overwrite kernel pointers.
What products are impacted by CVE-2008-6962?
The impacted products by CVE-2008-6962 include various versions of Avira AntiVir, Premium Security Suite, and Professional editions.