CVE-2010-3498: Medium severity AVG Anti-Virus vulnerability

Published Aug 22, 2012
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Updated

AVG Anti-Virus does not properly interact with the processing of hcp:// URLs by the Microsoft Help and Support Center, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malware that is correctly detected by this product, but with a detection approach that occurs too late to stop the code execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
AVG Anti-Virus

Event History

Aug 22, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-3498?

CVE-2010-3498 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-3498?

To fix CVE-2010-3498, ensure that your AVG Anti-Virus software is updated to the latest version.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2010-3498?

CVE-2010-3498 affects AVG Anti-Virus software specifically.

4

Can CVE-2010-3498 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-3498 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers due to its vulnerability in processing hcp:// URLs.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-3498?

CVE-2010-3498 is a vulnerability related to improper interaction leading to potential remote code execution.

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