CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-1448

First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(Updated: )

The CAB file parser in Quick Heal (aka Cat QuickHeal) 11.00, Trend Micro AntiVirus 9.120.0.1004, Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner 1.1.97.0, Trend Micro HouseCall 9.120.0.1004, and Emsisoft Anti-Malware 5.1.0.1 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via a CAB file with a modified cbCabinet field. NOTE: this may later be SPLIT into multiple CVEs if additional information is published showing that the error occurred independently in different CAB parser implementations.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
QuickHeal CAT QuickHeal=11.00
Emsisoft Anti-Malware=5.1.0.1
Ikarus Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner=1.1.97.0
Trend Micro HouseCall=9.120.0.1004
Trend Micro Antivirus=9.120.0.1004

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-1448?

    CVE-2012-1448 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow a bypass of malware detection methods.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-1448?

    Fixing CVE-2012-1448 involves updating the affected software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2012-1448?

    CVE-2012-1448 affects Quick Heal 11.00, several versions of Trend Micro Antivirus and HouseCall, Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner 1.1.97.0, and Emsisoft Anti-Malware 5.1.0.1.

  • What is the exploit method for CVE-2012-1448?

    The exploit method for CVE-2012-1448 involves using a malicious CAB file to bypass malware detection in the affected antivirus software.

  • Can CVE-2012-1448 lead to further compromises?

    Yes, if exploited, CVE-2012-1448 can lead to a potential compromise of the system as it allows malware to evade detection.

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