Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in avast! Free Antivirus version 5.0.594 and earlier allows local users, and possibly remote attackers, to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse mfc90loc.dll that is located in the same folder as an avast license (.avastlic) file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avast | Avast Antivirus Free | <= 5.0.594 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41109Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/14743Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2175Vendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41109Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/14743Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2175Vendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3126?
CVE-2010-3126 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Untrusted search path vulnerability in avast! Free Antivirus version 5.0.594 and earlier allows local users, and possibly remote attackers, to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks ...
How severe is CVE-2010-3126?
CVE-2010-3126 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-3126?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Avast Avast Antivirus Free.