CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-1149

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The vulnerability in Computer Associates eTrust EZ Antivirus versions 7.0.0 to 7.0.4 (including 7.0.1.4) installs its files with insecure permissions (ACLs), allowing local users to gain privileges by replacing critical programs with malicious ones, as demonstrated using VetMsg.exe.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential privilege escalation by a local user, which could lead to system compromise or installation of malicious software.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update the software to the latest version and manually review and correct ACL permissions for program files to prevent unauthorized modification.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Computer Associates eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.0.0 to 7.0.4, including 7.0.1.4, installs its files with insecure permissions (ACLs), which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing critical programs with malicious ones, as demonstrated using VetMsg.exe.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS