CVE-2009-2761
First published: Thu Aug 13 2009(Updated: )
Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the scheduler (sched.exe) in Avira AntiVir, AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, and AntiVir Professional might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious antivir.exe file in the "C:\Program Files\avira\" directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avira Antivirus | ||
| Avira Antivirus | ||
| Avira Antivirus | ||
| Avira Premium Security Suite |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2761?
CVE-2009-2761 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2761?
To fix CVE-2009-2761, users should update their Avira AntiVir software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-2761?
CVE-2009-2761 affects Avira AntiVir, Avira AntiVir Premium, and Avira Security Suite among other Avira products.
Can CVE-2009-2761 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2009-2761 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2761?
CVE-2009-2761 is an unquoted Windows search path vulnerability that can lead to privilege escalation.
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