CVE-2009-2761: High severity avira antivirus vulnerability
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.
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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.