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CVE-2012-3501

UnknownEPSS 3.33%

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CVE-2012-3501 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The squidclamav_check_preview_handler function in squidclamav.c in SquidClamav 5.x before 5.8 and 6.x before 6.7 passes an unescaped URL to a system command call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a URL with certain characters, as demonstrated using %0D or %0A.. EPSS estimates a 3.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The squidclamav_check_preview_handler function in squidclamav.c in SquidClamav 5.x before 5.8 and 6.x before 6.7 passes an unescaped URL to a system command call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a URL with certain characters, as demonstrated using %0D or %0A.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.33%

87.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DaroldSquidclamav5.0
DaroldSquidclamav5.1
DaroldSquidclamav5.2
DaroldSquidclamav5.3
DaroldSquidclamav5.4
DaroldSquidclamav5.5
DaroldSquidclamav5.6
DaroldSquidclamav5.7
DaroldSquidclamav6.0
DaroldSquidclamav6.1
DaroldSquidclamav6.2
DaroldSquidclamav6.3
DaroldSquidclamav6.4
DaroldSquidclamav6.5
DaroldSquidclamav6.6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3501?
The squidclamav_check_preview_handler function in squidclamav.c in SquidClamav 5.x before 5.8 and 6.x before 6.7 passes an unescaped URL to a system command call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a URL with certain characters, as demonstrated using %0D or %0A.
How severe is CVE-2012-3501?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3501 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3501?
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