Arbitrary File Corruption Vulnerability in Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool
CVE-2020-25044

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Kaspersky
Status
Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 September 2020

What is CVE-2020-25044?

The Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool, specifically versions prior to 15.0.23.0, is vulnerable to an arbitrary file corruption flaw. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to manipulate and eliminate the contents of any file on the affected system, posing significant risks to data integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool prior to 15.0.23.0

References

https://support.kaspersky.com/general/vulnerability.aspx?...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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