CVE-2012-1463
First published: Wed Mar 21 2012(Updated: )
The ELF file parser in AhnLab V3 Internet Security 2011.01.18.00, Bitdefender 7.2, Quick Heal (aka Cat QuickHeal) 11.00, Command Antivirus 5.2.11.5, Comodo Antivirus 7424, eSafe 7.0.17.0, F-Prot Antivirus 4.6.2.117, F-Secure Anti-Virus 9.0.16160.0, McAfee Anti-Virus Scanning Engine 5.400.0.1158, Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, nProtect Anti-Virus 2011-01-17.01, and Panda Antivirus 10.0.2.7 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via an ELF file with a modified endianness field. NOTE: this may later be SPLIT into multiple CVEs if additional information is published showing that the error occurred independently in different ELF parser implementations.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AhnLab V3 Internet Security | =2011.01.18.00 | |
| Aladdin eSafe | =7.0.17.0 | |
| Authentium Command Antivirus | =5.2.11.5 | |
| Bitdefender | =7.2 | |
| QuickHeal CAT QuickHeal | =11.00 | |
| Comodo Antivirus | =7424 | |
| F-PROT Antivirus | =4.6.2.117 | |
| F-Secure Anti-Virus | =9.0.16160.0 | |
| McAfee Anti-Malware Scan Engine | =5.400.0.1158 | |
| Norman Antivirus & Antispyware | =6.06.12 | |
| nProtect Antivirus | =2011-01-17.01 | |
| Panda Security | =10.0.2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1463?
CVE-2012-1463 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the impact it can have on affected antivirus software.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1463?
To fix CVE-2012-1463, ensure that the affected antivirus software is updated to the latest version released by the vendor.
Which antivirus software is affected by CVE-2012-1463?
CVE-2012-1463 affects multiple antivirus products including AhnLab V3 Internet Security, Bitdefender, Quick Heal, and several others.
What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2012-1463 represent?
CVE-2012-1463 represents a vulnerability in the ELF file parser used by several antivirus solutions, potentially allowing exploitation.
Can CVE-2012-1463 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1463 may be exploitable remotely, depending on the specific configurations of the affected antivirus software.
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