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CVE-2007-1281

7.8 · HIGH

Kaspersky AntiVirus Engine 6.0.1.411 for Windows and 5.5-10 for Linux allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted UPX compressed file with a negative offset…

Published Mar 6, 2007microsoftEPSS 3.01%

Overview

CVE-2007-1281 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft all_windows. It was published on March 6, 2007 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Kaspersky AntiVirus Engine 6.0.1.411 for Windows and 5.5-10 for Linux allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted UPX compressed file with a negative offset, which triggers an infinite loop during decompression.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update all_windows to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1281?

CVE-2007-1281 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft all_windows. It was published on March 6, 2007 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2007-1281?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2007-1281?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update all_windows to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2007-1281?

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