Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Kaspersky Lab Antivirus Engine
CVE-2019-8285

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Kaspersky
Status
Kaspersky Antivirus Engine
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 May 2019

Summary

The Kaspersky Lab Antivirus Engine, prior to April 4, 2019, contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that may enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of memory operations, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over the victim's machine. User systems running unpatched versions of the antivirus software are particularly at risk, and updating to the latest version is strongly recommended.

Affected Version(s)

Kaspersky Lab Antivirus Engine version before 04.apr.2019

References

https://support.kaspersky.com/vulnerability.aspx?el=12430...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108284
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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