CVE-2021-26718
First published: Thu Apr 01 2021(Updated: )
KIS for macOS in some use cases was vulnerable to AV bypass that potentially allowed an attacker to disable anti-virus protection.
Credit: vulnerability@kaspersky.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kaspersky Internet Security | <21.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-26718?
CVE-2021-26718 is a vulnerability in Kaspersky Internet Security for macOS that allows an attacker to disable anti-virus protection.
How severe is CVE-2021-26718?
CVE-2021-26718 has a severity score of 5.5, which is considered medium.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-26718?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-26718 to bypass AV protection and disable anti-virus software on affected systems.
Which version of Kaspersky Internet Security for macOS is affected by CVE-2021-26718?
Kaspersky Internet Security for macOS version up to and excluding 21.1 is affected by CVE-2021-26718.
Is there a fix for CVE-2021-26718?
Yes, it is recommended to update to a version of Kaspersky Internet Security for macOS that is not affected by CVE-2021-26718.
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