Vulnerability Description
The ELF file parser in Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, eSafe 7.0.17.0, CA eTrust Vet Antivirus 36.1.8511, Fortinet Antivirus 4.2.254.0, and Panda Antivirus 10.0.2.7 allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection via an ELF file with a modified identsize field. NOTE: this may later be SPLIT into multiple CVEs if additional information is published showing that the error occurred independently in different ELF parser implementations.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aladdin | Esafe | 7.0.17.0 |
| Ca | Etrust Vet Antivirus | 36.1.8511 |
| Fortinet | Fortinet Antivirus | 4.2.254.0 |
| Norman | Norman Antivirus \& Antispyware | 6.06.12 |
| Pandasecurity | Panda Antivirus | 10.0.2.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ieee-security.org/TC/SP2012/program.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/522005
- http://www.ieee-security.org/TC/SP2012/program.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/522005
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1440?
CVE-2012-1440 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The ELF file parser in Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, eSafe 7.0.17.0, CA eTrust Vet Antivirus 36.1.8511, Fortinet Antivirus 4.2.254.0, and Panda Antivirus 10.0.2.7 allows remote attackers to bypass malware...
How severe is CVE-2012-1440?
CVE-2012-1440 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-1440?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Aladdin Esafe, Ca Etrust Vet Antivirus, Fortinet Fortinet Antivirus, Norman Norman Antivirus \& Antispyware, Pandasecurity Panda Antivirus.