CVE-2015-2668
First published: Tue May 12 2015(Updated: )
ClamAV before 0.98.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted xz archive file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ClamAV Daemon | <=0.98.6 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2668?
CVE-2015-2668 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2668?
To fix CVE-2015-2668, upgrade ClamAV to version 0.98.7 or later.
Which versions of ClamAV are affected by CVE-2015-2668?
CVE-2015-2668 affects ClamAV versions prior to 0.98.7.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-2668 enable?
CVE-2015-2668 enables remote denial of service attacks through a crafted xz archive.
Is CVE-2015-2668 relevant to Ubuntu Linux users?
Yes, CVE-2015-2668 affects certain versions of Ubuntu Linux that use vulnerable ClamAV versions.
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