OSVDB ID: 18258 Title: Clam AntiVirus CHM File Processing Filename Overflow |
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A remote overflow exists in Clam AntiVirus. Clam AntiVirus fails to perform adequate boundary check in libclamav/chmunpack.c, resulting in a heap overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can gain privileges equal to those of the Clam AntiVirus process, possibly allowing for a remote system compromise. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 0.86.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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