CVE-2009-1784: Input Validation
First published: Fri May 22 2009(Updated: )
The AVG parsing engine 8.5 323, as used in multiple AVG anti-virus products including Anti-Virus Network Edition, Internet Security Netzwerk Edition, Server Edition für Linux/FreeBSD, Anti-Virus SBS Edition, and others allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via a crafted (1) RAR and (2) ZIP archive.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AVG AntiVirus | <=8.0.156 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =6.0.710 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.0 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.0.251 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.0.323 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.1.308 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.1.407 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.5.51 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.5.448 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =7.5.476 | |
| AVG AntiVirus | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1784?
CVE-2009-1784 is categorized as having a high severity due to its ability to allow remote attackers to bypass malware detection.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1784?
To fix CVE-2009-1784, update your AVG Anti-Virus software to the latest version, as older versions are vulnerable.
Which AVG Anti-Virus versions are affected by CVE-2009-1784?
CVE-2009-1784 affects multiple AVG Anti-Virus versions including 6.0, 7.0, 7.1, 7.5, and versions up to 8.0.156.
What types of files can exploit CVE-2009-1784?
CVE-2009-1784 can be exploited through specially crafted RAR files, allowing malware to evade detection.
Is my AVG Anti-Virus software at risk with CVE-2009-1784?
If you are using AVG Anti-Virus versions prior to the latest updates, your software is at risk from CVE-2009-1784.
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