Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the RAR file scanning functionality of Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) Software versions 0.101.1 and 0.101.0 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service condition on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to a lack of proper error-handling mechanisms when processing nested RAR files sent to an affected device. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted RAR file to an affected device. An exploit could allow the attacker to view or create arbitrary files on the targeted system.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clamav | Clamav | 0.101.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugzilla.clamav.net/show_bug.cgi?id=12284Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-12Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.clamav.net/show_bug.cgi?id=12284Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-12Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-1785?
CVE-2019-1785 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability in the RAR file scanning functionality of Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) Software versions 0.101.1 and 0.101.0 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service con...
How severe is CVE-2019-1785?
CVE-2019-1785 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-1785?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Clamav Clamav.