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ASB-2009.1031 - [Win] Kaspersky Anti-Virus & Kaspersky Internet Security 2010: Reduced security - Remote/unauthenticated

Date: 27 July 2009

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                         AUSCERT Security Bulletin

                               ASB-2009.1031
         Critical Fix 1 patch released for Kaspersky Anti-Virus &
                     Kaspersky Internet Security 2010
                               27 July 2009

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        AusCERT Security Bulletin Summary
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Product:              Kaspersky Anti-Virus
                      Kaspersky Internet Security 2010
Operating System:     Windows
Impact/Access:        Reduced Security -- Remote/Unauthenticated
Resolution:           Patch
Member content until: Wednesday, August 26 2009

OVERVIEW

        A vulnerability has been identified in Kaspersky Anti-Virus and
        Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 prior to version 9.0.0.63.


IMPACT

        This vulnerability could be exploited to allow protection to be 
        disabled through the use of an external script. [1]


MITIGATION

        The vendor recommends patching to the latest version of Kaspersky
        Anti-Virus and Kaspersky Internet Security 2010. [1]


REFERENCES

        [1] Kaspersky Anti-Virus / Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 Critical Fix 1 (version 9.0.0.463)
            http://www.kaspersky.com/technews?id=203038755

AusCERT has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this document is accurate.  However, the decision to use the information
described is the responsibility of each user or organisation. The decision to
follow or act on information or advice contained in this security bulletin is
the responsibility of each user or organisation, and should be considered in
accordance with your organisation's site policies and procedures. AusCERT
takes no responsibility for consequences which may arise from following or
acting on information or advice contained in this security bulletin.

If you believe that your computer system has been compromised or attacked in 
any way, we encourage you to let us know by completing the secure National IT 
Incident Reporting Form at:

        http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=3192

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