CVE-2019-8285: Buffer Overflow

Published May 8, 2019
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Updated

Kaspersky Lab Antivirus Engine version before 04.apr.2019 has a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that potentially allow arbitrary code execution

Affected Software

1 affected component
Kaspersky Antivirus Engine<2019.04.04

Event History

May 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:45 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8285?

CVE-2019-8285 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-8285?

To fix CVE-2019-8285, update Kaspersky Lab Antivirus Engine to version 2019.04.04 or later.

3

Which versions of Kaspersky Antivirus Engine are affected by CVE-2019-8285?

Versions of Kaspersky Antivirus Engine prior to 04.apr.2019 are affected by CVE-2019-8285.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2019-8285?

CVE-2019-8285 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2019-8285 lead to security breaches?

Yes, CVE-2019-8285 can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to security breaches.

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