CVE-2012-1426
First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(Updated: )
The TAR file parser in Quick Heal (aka Cat QuickHeal) 11.00, Command Antivirus 5.2.11.5, F-Prot Antivirus 4.6.2.117, K7 AntiVirus 9.77.3565, 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 \42\5A\68 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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Authentium Command Antivirus | =5.2.11.5 | |
| QuickHeal CAT QuickHeal | =11.00 | |
| F-PROT Antivirus | =4.6.2.117 | |
| K7 Computing AntiVirus | =9.77.3565 | |
| Norman Antivirus & Antispyware | =6.06.12 | |
| Rising Antivirus | =22.83.00.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1426?
CVE-2012-1426 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to bypass malware detection.
Which antivirus products are affected by CVE-2012-1426?
CVE-2012-1426 affects Quick Heal 11.00, Command Antivirus 5.2.11.5, F-Prot Antivirus 4.6.2.117, K7 AntiVirus 9.77.3565, Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03.
How can I mitigate CVE-2012-1426?
Mitigation for CVE-2012-1426 involves updating the affected antivirus software to the latest version provided by the vendors.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2012-1426?
CVE-2012-1426 is associated with remote code execution attacks that exploit vulnerabilities in the TAR file parser.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2012-1426?
Exploiting CVE-2012-1426 can lead to malware being executed undetected on the affected systems.
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