CVE-2009-1348: Input Validation

Published Apr 30, 2009
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Updated

The AV engine before DAT 5600 in McAfee VirusScan, Total Protection, Internet Security, SecurityShield for Microsoft ISA Server, Security for Microsoft Sharepoint, Security for Email Servers, Email Gateway, and Active Virus Defense allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection via (1) an invalid Headflags field in a malformed RAR archive, (2) an invalid Packsize field in a malformed RAR archive, or (3) an invalid Filelength field in a malformed ZIP archive.

Affected Software

20 affected components
McAfee Active Virus Defense
McAfee Active Virusscan
McAfee Email Gateway
McAfee Internet Security Suite
McAfee Internet Security Suite=2004
McAfee Internet Security Suite=2005
McAfee Internet Security Suite=2006
McAfee Internet Security Suite=2009
McAfee Securityshield For Email Servers
McAfee SecurityShield for Microsoft ISA Server
McAfee Securityshield For Microsoft Sharepoint
McAfee Total Protection=2009
McAfee Total Protection For Endpoint
McAfee Virusscan Commandline
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
McAfee Virusscan Plus=2009
McAfee Virusscan Usb

Event History

Apr 30, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1348?

CVE-2009-1348 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to potential bypass of virus detection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-1348?

To fix CVE-2009-1348, ensure that you update your McAfee software to the latest version and apply any available patches.

3

Which McAfee products are affected by CVE-2009-1348?

CVE-2009-1348 affects several McAfee products including VirusScan, Total Protection, and Internet Security.

4

Can CVE-2009-1348 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-1348 allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection capabilities.

5

What should I do if I am using vulnerable McAfee software related to CVE-2009-1348?

If using vulnerable McAfee software, it's important to upgrade to the latest version immediately to mitigate the risk.

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