CVE-2016-4329: Input Validation

Published Jan 6, 2017
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Updated

A local denial of service vulnerability exists in window broadcast message handling functionality of Kaspersky Anti-Virus software. Sending certain unhandled window messages, an attacker can cause application termination and in the same way bypass KAV self-protection mechanism.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Kaspersky Anti-Virus=16.0.0.614
Kaspersky Internet Security=16.0.0.614
Kaspersky Total Security=16.0.0.614

Event History

Jan 6, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4329?

CVE-2016-4329 is classified as a local denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-4329?

To fix CVE-2016-4329, users should update their Kaspersky Anti-Virus software to the latest version available.

3

What does CVE-2016-4329 affect?

CVE-2016-4329 affects Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Internet Security, and Kaspersky Total Security, all version 16.0.0.614.

4

Can CVE-2016-4329 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2016-4329 is a local vulnerability and requires direct access to the affected system.

5

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-4329?

Exploiting CVE-2016-4329 can cause the affected Kaspersky application to terminate, which may bypass self-protection mechanisms.

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