Vulnerability Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in avast! Linux Home Edition 1.0.5, 1.0.5-1, and 1.0.8 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a malformed (1) ISO or (2) RPM file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avast | Avast Antivirus | 1.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/52016
- http://www.ivizsecurity.com/security-advisory-iviz-sr-08013.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499080/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32747
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3460Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47251
- http://osvdb.org/52016
- http://www.ivizsecurity.com/security-advisory-iviz-sr-08013.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499080/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32747
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3460Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47251
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6846?
CVE-2008-6846 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in avast! Linux Home Edition 1.0.5, 1.0.5-1, and 1.0.8 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a mal...
How severe is CVE-2008-6846?
CVE-2008-6846 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-6846?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Avast Avast Antivirus.