CVE-2022-4429

Avira Security for Windows - Denial of Service

Description

Avira Security for Windows contains an unquoted service path which allows attackers with local administrative privileges to cause a Denial of Service. The issue was fixed with Avira Security version 1.1.78

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory norton.com
Affected: NortonLifelock (GenDigital) Avira Security for Windows
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.norton.com/sp/static/external/tools/security-advisories.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4429?
CVE-2022-4429 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-4429?
To fix CVE-2022-4429, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-4429 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-4429 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-4429?
CVE-2022-4429 affects NortonLifelock (GenDigital) Avira Security for Windows.
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