CVE-2010-0098

CVE-2010-0098 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Clamav with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

ClamAV before 0.96 does not properly handle the (1) CAB and (2) 7z file formats, which allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection via a crafted archive that is compatible with standard archive utilities.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0098?
ClamAV before 0.96 does not properly handle the (1) CAB and (2) 7z file formats, which allows remote attackers to bypass virus detection via a crafted archive that is compatible with standard archive utilities.
How severe is CVE-2010-0098?
CVE-2010-0098 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2010-0098 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-0098?
CVE-2010-0098 primarily affects Clamav. In total, 96 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0098?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-0098 published?
CVE-2010-0098 was published on 2010-04-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (96)

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