CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-1455

First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(Updated: )

The CAB file parser in NOD32 Antivirus 5795 and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via a CAB file with a modified vMinor version 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
ESET NOD32 Antivirus=5795
Rising Antivirus=22.83.00.03

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-1455?

    CVE-2012-1455 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-1455?

    To mitigate CVE-2012-1455, ensure that you are using the latest version of ESET NOD32 Antivirus or Rising Antivirus, as updates may contain fixes.

  • Which antivirus versions are affected by CVE-2012-1455?

    The affected versions for CVE-2012-1455 include ESET NOD32 Antivirus 5795 and Rising Antivirus 22.83.00.03.

  • What type of attack is possible with CVE-2012-1455?

    CVE-2012-1455 allows attackers to use a malicious CAB file to bypass detection mechanisms in the antivirus software.

  • Is CVE-2012-1455 specific to certain file types?

    Yes, CVE-2012-1455 specifically targets CAB file formats by exploiting a vulnerability in the CAB file parser.

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