CVE-2012-1431
First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(Updated: )
The ELF file parser in Bitdefender 7.2, Command Antivirus 5.2.11.5, Comodo Antivirus 7424, eSafe 7.0.17.0, F-Prot Antivirus 4.6.2.117, F-Secure Anti-Virus 9.0.16160.0, McAfee Gateway (formerly Webwasher) 2010.1C, nProtect Anti-Virus 2011-01-17.01, Sophos Anti-Virus 4.61.0, and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via an ELF file with a \4a\46\49\46 character sequence at a certain location. NOTE: this may later be SPLIT into multiple CVEs if additional information is published showing that the error occurred independently in different ELF parser implementations.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Aladdin eSafe | =7.0.17.0 | |
| Authentium Command Antivirus | =5.2.11.5 | |
| Bitdefender Antivirus | =7.2 | |
| Comodo Comodo Antivirus | =7424 | |
| F-PROT Antivirus | =4.6.2.117 | |
| f-secure f-secure anti-virus | =9.0.16160.0 | |
| McAfee Gateway | =2010.1c | |
| nProtect Antivirus | =2011-01-17.01 | |
| Rising Antivirus | =22.83.00.03 | |
| Sophos Anti-Virus | =4.61.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1431?
CVE-2012-1431 has a moderate severity rating, as it affects multiple antivirus products due to vulnerabilities in their ELF file parser.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1431?
To fix CVE-2012-1431, users should update their antivirus software to the latest version provided by the respective vendor.
Which antivirus products are affected by CVE-2012-1431?
CVE-2012-1431 affects several antivirus products including Bitdefender, Comodo, F-PROT, and others.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1431?
CVE-2012-1431 is a vulnerability in the ELF file parser found in multiple antivirus applications.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2012-1431?
As of now, there have been no specific known exploits publicly disclosed for CVE-2012-1431.
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