CVE-2012-1450: Medium severity Emsisoft Anti-Malware vulnerability

Published Mar 21, 2012
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Updated

The CAB file parser in Emsisoft Anti-Malware 5.1.0.1, Sophos Anti-Virus 4.61.0, and Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner 1.1.97.0 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via a CAB file with a modified reserved3 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.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Emsisoft Anti-Malware=5.1.0.1
Ikarus Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner=1.1.97.0
Sophos Anti-Virus=4.61.0

Event History

Mar 21, 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-2012-1450?

CVE-2012-1450 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1450?

To fix CVE-2012-1450, update Emsisoft Anti-Malware, Sophos Anti-Virus, or Ikarus Virus Utilities to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2012-1450?

CVE-2012-1450 affects Emsisoft Anti-Malware version 5.1.0.1, Sophos Anti-Virus version 4.61.0, and Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner version 1.1.97.0.

4

Can CVE-2012-1450 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2012-1450 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted CAB file.

5

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2012-1450?

CVE-2012-1450 is associated with attacks that involve bypassing antivirus software by using modified CAB files.

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