CVE-2024-7236: AVG AntiVirus Free icarus Arbitrary File Creation Denial of Service Vulnerability
First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )
AVG AntiVirus Free icarus Arbitrary File Creation Denial of Service Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of AVG AntiVirus Free. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the AVG Installer. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the update functionality to create a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a persistent denial-of-service condition on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-22942.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AVG AntiVirus | ||
| AVG Antivirus Plus Firewall | =23.12.8700.812 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7236?
CVE-2024-7236 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that affects AVG AntiVirus Free.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7236?
To fix CVE-2024-7236, ensure you update AVG AntiVirus Free to the latest version provided by AVG.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-7236?
Users of AVG AntiVirus Free with version 23.12.8700.812 are affected by CVE-2024-7236.
Can CVE-2024-7236 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2024-7236 requires local access to exploit the denial-of-service vulnerability.
What kind of attack does CVE-2024-7236 enable?
CVE-2024-7236 allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of AVG AntiVirus Free.
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