CVE-2012-1450
First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
Can CVE-2012-1450 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1450 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted CAB file.
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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- agent/event
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/emsisoft
- canonical/emsisoft anti-malware
- version/emsisoft anti-malware/5.1.0.1
- vendor/ikarus
- canonical/ikarus ikarus virus utilities t3 command line scanner
- version/ikarus ikarus virus utilities t3 command line scanner/1.1.97.0
- vendor/sophos
- canonical/sophos anti-virus
- version/sophos anti-virus/4.61.0