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CVE-2009-2761

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified

CVE-2009-2761 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the scheduler (sched.exe) in Avira AntiVir, AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, and AntiVir Professional might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious antivir.exe file in the "C:\Program Files\avira\" directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the scheduler (sched.exe) in Avira AntiVir, AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, and AntiVir Professional might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious antivir.exe file in the "C:\Program Files\avira\" directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

27.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AviraAntivirAll versions
AviraAntivir Security SuiteAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2761?
Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in the scheduler (sched.exe) in Avira AntiVir, AntiVir Premium, Premium Security Suite, and AntiVir Professional might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious antivir.exe file in the "C:\Program Files\avira\" directory.
How severe is CVE-2009-2761?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2761 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2761?
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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Source: NVD / NIST