CVE-2012-1422: Medium severity quickheal cat quickheal vulnerability
The TAR file parser in Quick Heal (aka Cat QuickHeal) 11.00, NOD32 Antivirus 5795, Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via a POSIX TAR file with an initial ITSF character sequence. NOTE: this may later be SPLIT into multiple CVEs if additional information is published showing that the error occurred independently in different TAR parser implementations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1422?
CVE-2012-1422 has a moderate severity level as it allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-1422?
CVE-2012-1422 affects Quick Heal 11.00, ESET NOD32 Antivirus 5795, Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1422?
To fix CVE-2012-1422, updating to the latest versions of the affected antivirus software is recommended.
Can CVE-2012-1422 impact my system's security?
Yes, CVE-2012-1422 can significantly impact system security by allowing malware to go undetected.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-1422?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2012-1422 other than updating the affected software to mitigate the risk.