CVE-2009-4215
First published: Mon Dec 07 2009(Updated: )
Panda Global Protection 2010, Internet Security 2010, and Antivirus Pro 2010 use weak permissions (Everyone: Full Control) for the product files, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing executables with Trojan horse programs.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Panda Security | =2010 | |
| Panda Security Panda Global Protection | =2010 | |
| Panda Security | =2010 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/support/card?id=80164&idIdioma=2
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023121
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37373
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3126
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54268
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507811/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4215?
CVE-2009-4215 is a medium severity vulnerability due to the improper file permissions that can lead to privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4215?
To fix CVE-2009-4215, you should adjust file permissions to restrict access and prevent unauthorized users from replacing executables.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-4215?
CVE-2009-4215 affects users of Panda Global Protection 2010, Internet Security 2010, and Antivirus Pro 2010 on affected Windows systems.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2009-4215?
CVE-2009-4215 can be exploited through local privilege escalation where attackers can replace executables with malicious programs.
Is CVE-2009-4215 still a risk today?
While CVE-2009-4215 is an older vulnerability, it continues to be a risk for systems still using the affected Panda software without proper updates.
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