Vulnerability Description
AVG AntiVirus for MacOS with scan engine before 4668 might allow remote attackers to bypass malware detection by leveraging failure to scan inside disk image (aka DMG) files.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avg | Anti-Virus | - |
| Apple | Macos | - |
References
- https://wwws.nightwatchcybersecurity.com/2017/07/06/avg-antivirus-for-macos-doesThird Party Advisory
- https://wwws.nightwatchcybersecurity.com/2017/07/06/avg-antivirus-for-macos-doesThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-9977?
CVE-2017-9977 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). AVG AntiVirus for MacOS with scan engine before 4668 might allow remote attackers to bypass malware detection by leveraging failure to scan inside disk image (aka DMG) files.
How severe is CVE-2017-9977?
CVE-2017-9977 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-9977?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Avg Anti-Virus, Apple Macos.