CVE-2019-18645
First published: Wed Oct 30 2019(Updated: )
The quarantine restoration function in Total Defense Anti-virus 11.5.2.28 is vulnerable to symbolic link attacks, allowing files to be written to privileged directories.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TotalDefense AntiVirus | =11.5.2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-18645?
CVE-2019-18645 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2019-18645?
To fix CVE-2019-18645, update Total Defense Anti-virus to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-18645 involve?
CVE-2019-18645 involves symbolic link attacks that exploit the quarantine restoration function.
What files are affected by CVE-2019-18645?
CVE-2019-18645 allows the attacker to write files to privileged directories.
Which version of Total Defense Anti-virus is vulnerable to CVE-2019-18645?
Total Defense Anti-virus version 11.5.2.28 is vulnerable to CVE-2019-18645.
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