CVE-2008-6962
UnknownEPSS 0.65%
Last modified
CVE-2008-6962 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Avira AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, AntiVir Professional, and AntiVir Personal - FREE allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IOCTL request that overwrites a kernel pointer.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Avira AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, AntiVir Professional, and AntiVir Personal - FREE allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IOCTL request that overwrites a kernel pointer.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avira | Antivir | All versions |
| Avira | Antivir | 6.35.00.00 |
| Avira | Antivir Personal | All versions |
| Avira | Antivir Professional | All versions |
| Avira | Antivir Security Suite | All versions |
References
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3130Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3130Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-6962?
Avira AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, AntiVir Professional, and AntiVir Personal - FREE allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IOCTL request that overwrites a kernel pointer.
How severe is CVE-2008-6962?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6962 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6962?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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