CVE-2012-1451: 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 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 reserved2 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

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

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-2012-1451?

CVE-2012-1451 is classified as a vulnerability that allows bypassing malware detection, but specific severity ratings may vary by organization.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1451?

To mitigate CVE-2012-1451, update Emsisoft Anti-Malware and Ikarus Virus Utilities to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2012-1451?

CVE-2012-1451 affects Emsisoft Anti-Malware version 5.1.0.1 and Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner version 1.1.97.0.

4

Can CVE-2012-1451 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2012-1451 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted CAB files.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2012-1451 facilitate?

CVE-2012-1451 facilitates a malware detection bypass attack through manipulation of the CAB file format.

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