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CVE-2020-8100: Incomplete validation in detection code in Bitdefender Engines (VA-8589)

First published: Mon May 11 2020(Updated: )

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in the cevakrnl.rv0 module as used in the Bitdefender Engines allows an attacker to trigger a denial of service while scanning a specially-crafted sample. This issue affects: Bitdefender Bitdefender Engines versions prior to 7.84063.

Credit: cve-requests@bitdefender.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bitdefender Engines<7.84063

Remedy

An automatic update to engines version 7.84063 fixes the issue.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2020-8100.

  • What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-8100?

    CVE-2020-8100 has a severity rating of 7.5 (critical).

  • What software is affected by CVE-2020-8100?

    CVE-2020-8100 affects Bitdefender Engines versions prior to 7.84063.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2020-8100?

    CVE-2020-8100 allows an attacker to trigger a denial of service while scanning a specially-crafted sample.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-8100?

    Yes, Bitdefender has released a fix for CVE-2020-8100. Please refer to the Bitdefender website for more information.

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