CVE-2015-2668
UnknownEPSS 3.21%
Last modified
CVE-2015-2668 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ClamAV before 0.98.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted xz archive file.. EPSS estimates a 3.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ClamAV before 0.98.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted xz archive file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clamav | Clamav | <= 0.98.6 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.1 |
References
- http://blog.clamav.net/2015/04/clamav-0987-has-been-released.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://blog.clamav.net/2015/04/clamav-0987-has-been-released.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-2668?
ClamAV before 0.98.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted xz archive file.
How severe is CVE-2015-2668?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-2668 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2668?
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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