CVE-2007-4785 Security feature bypass in n/a
Remote attackers can bypass malware detection by placing files in a hidden directory created by Sony Micro Vault fingerprint software.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2007-4785?
CVE-2007-4785 is a medium-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 Sep 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Sony Micro Vault Fingerprint Access Software, as distributed with Sony Micro Vault USM-F USB flash drives, installs a driver that hides a directory under %WINDIR%, which might allow remote attackers to bypass malware detection by placing files in this directory.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-4785?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Sony Micro Vault Fingerprint Access Software.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4785?
No fix has been published for CVE-2007-4785 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2007-4785 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-4785 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-v5rr-4m5q-q852.