Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability affecting F-Secure antivirus engine before Capricorn update 2022-02-01_01 was discovered whereby decompression of ACE file causes the scanner service to stop. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely by an attacker. A successful attack will result in denial-of-service of the antivirus engine.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F-Secure | Atlant | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| F-Secure | Internet Gatekeeper | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| F-Secure | Linux Security | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| F-Secure | Security Cloud | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| F-Secure | Elements Endpoint Detection And Response | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| F-Secure | Elements Endpoint Protection | < 2022-02-01_01 |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
References
- https://www.f-secure.com/en/business/support-and-downloads/security-advisoriesVendor Advisory
- https://www.f-secure.com/en/business/support-and-downloads/security-advisories/cVendor Advisory
- https://www.f-secure.com/en/business/support-and-downloads/security-advisoriesVendor Advisory
- https://www.f-secure.com/en/business/support-and-downloads/security-advisories/cVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40837?
CVE-2021-40837 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability affecting F-Secure antivirus engine before Capricorn update 2022-02-01_01 was discovered whereby decompression of ACE file causes the scanner service to stop. The vulnerability can be ...
How severe is CVE-2021-40837?
CVE-2021-40837 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-40837?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: F-Secure Atlant, F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper, F-Secure Linux Security, F-Secure Security Cloud, F-Secure Elements Endpoint Detection And Response.