CVE-2019-3972
First published: Wed Jul 17 2019(Updated: )
Comodo Antivirus versions 12.0.0.6810 and below are vulnerable to Denial of Service affecting CmdAgent.exe via an unprotected section object "<GUID>_CisSharedMemBuff". This section object is exposed by CmdAgent and contains a SharedMemoryDictionary object, which allows a low privileged process to modify the object data causing CmdAgent.exe to crash.
Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Comodo Antivirus | <=12.0.0.6810 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3972?
CVE-2019-3972 has a high severity rating due to its potential for Denial of Service.
How do I fix CVE-2019-3972?
To fix CVE-2019-3972, update to a version of Comodo Antivirus later than 12.0.0.6810.
What causes CVE-2019-3972?
CVE-2019-3972 is caused by CmdAgent.exe exposing an unprotected section object that can be exploited by low privileged processes.
Which versions of Comodo Antivirus are affected by CVE-2019-3972?
Comodo Antivirus versions 12.0.0.6810 and below are affected by CVE-2019-3972.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-3972?
As of now, the most effective measure against CVE-2019-3972 is to update to a patched version of Comodo Antivirus.
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