CVE-2012-1450:The CVE-2012-1450 describes a vulnerability in the CAB file parser in Emsisoft Anti-Malware, Sophos Anti-Virus, and Ikarus Virus Utilities that allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection.

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The CAB file parser in Emsisoft Anti-Malware 5.1.0.1, Sophos Anti-Virus 4.61.0, and Ikarus Virus Utilities T3 Command Line Scanner 1.1.97.0 contains a vulnerability that can be exploited by remote attackers to evade malware detection. This vulnerability arises from a flaw in processing CAB files with a modified reserved3 field, enabling attackers to bypass security measures and potentially execute malicious code.

Overview

This vulnerability affects multiple antivirus products that utilize the vulnerable CAB file parser, potentially exposing systems to evasion attacks by malicious actors. By exploiting this flaw, attackers can craft CAB files with specially crafted fields to evade detection mechanisms and deliver harmful payloads to targeted systems.

Remediation

To mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability, users are advised to apply security updates or patches provided by the respective antivirus vendors. It is crucial to keep antivirus software up to date to ensure protection against evolving threats and vulnerabilities. Additionally, users should exercise caution when handling files from untrusted sources to minimize the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. "20120319 Evasion attacks exploiting file-parsing vulnerabilities in antivirus products" - Link
  2. CVE-2012-1450 on SecurityFocus - Link
  3. IEEE Security and Privacy 2012 Program - Link

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    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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