CVE-2015-1438: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 25, 2017
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Panda Security Kernel Memory Access Driver 1.0.0.13 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a crafted size input for allocated kernel paged pool and allocated non-paged pool buffers.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Panda Security Panda Antivirus Pro 2015=1.0.0.13
Panda Security Panda Global Protection 2015=1.0.0.13
Panda Security Panda Gold Protection 2015=1.0.0.13
Panda Security Panda Internet Security 2015=1.0.0.13

Event History

Jul 25, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1438?

CVE-2015-1438 is rated as high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution with kernel privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1438?

To mitigate CVE-2015-1438, update Panda Security products to the latest version available that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Panda Security are affected by CVE-2015-1438?

CVE-2015-1438 affects version 1.0.0.13 of Panda Antivirus Pro, Panda Global Protection, Panda Gold Protection, and Panda Internet Security 2015.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1438?

CVE-2015-1438 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2015-1438 allow for remote attacks?

Yes, CVE-2015-1438 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, depending on the attack vector.

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