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A flaw in Symantec’s antivirus archive-processing library could let a malicious RAR archive trigger code execution when scanned. Because antivirus tools often inspect files automatically at mail gateways, endpoints, or servers, the business risk is disruption or compromise without a user intentionally opening the archive. Exposure is likely where Symantec products use the affected Antivirus Library to scan untrusted RAR archives, including email attachments, file uploads, downloads, or shared storage. The source bundle does not enumerate exact affected product names or versions beyond Dec2Rar.dll 3.2.14.3. Handle as a high-priority legacy security exposure if affected Symantec components remain in use. The risk is highest on systems that automatically inspect untrusted archives, because the scanning layer itself becomes the attack surface. Mitigation focus: Identify Symantec deployments using Dec2Rar.dll 3.2.14.3 or the affected Antivirus Library.; Check Symantec advisory guidance for fixed library or engine updates.; Apply vendor-confirmed updates or mitigations across endpoints, mail gateways, and servers..
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