CVE-2007-0447 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 5 Oct 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via crafted CAB archives exploiting a heap buffer overflow in Symantec products.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-0447?

CVE-2007-0447 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Symantec Norton Antivirus, published on 5 Oct 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Decomposer component in multiple Symantec products allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via multiple crafted CAB archives.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-0447?

It affects 13 products.

Products include Symantec Antivirus Scan Engine, Symantec Brightmail Antispam, Symantec Client Security, Symantec Gateway Security 5000 Series, Symantec Gateway Security 5400, Symantec Mail Security and 7 more.

How do I fix CVE-2007-0447?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-0447 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2007-0447 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-0447 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as CVE-2007-3802, GHSA-cc6v-894q-7f8q.