Vulnerability Description
BitDefender Mail Protection for SMB 2.0 allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection by inserting invalid characters into base64 encoded content in a multipart/mixed MIME file, as demonstrated with the EICAR test file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Softwin | Bitdefender Mail Protection | 2.0 |
References
- http://www.quantenblog.net/security/virus-scanner-bypassExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/453654/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21461
- http://www.quantenblog.net/security/virus-scanner-bypassExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/453654/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21461
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6405?
CVE-2006-6405 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). BitDefender Mail Protection for SMB 2.0 allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection by inserting invalid characters into base64 encoded content in a multipart/mixed MIME file, as demonstrated wi...
How severe is CVE-2006-6405?
CVE-2006-6405 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-6405?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Softwin Bitdefender Mail Protection.