CVE-2007-2972: The file parsing engine in Avira Antivir Antivirus before 7.04.00.24 allows remote attackers to cause a den...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy Avira Antivirus flaw where a specially crafted UPX-compressed file can crash the antivirus application. The business risk is loss of protection on affected systems, not documented data theft or code execution. The issue applies to Avira Antivir Antivirus versions before 7.04.00.24. Exposure is most likely in environments still running obsolete Avira Antivir Antivirus builds earlier than 7.04.00.24. Modern deployments are unlikely to be affected unless legacy systems, archived installers, or unmanaged endpoints remain in use. Handle through legacy asset hygiene rather than emergency response. Prioritize if Avira protects critical, unmanaged, or hard-to-reimage systems, because a crash can reduce endpoint protection. No cited source indicates active exploitation or broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory Avira Antivir Antivirus versions across endpoints and servers.; Upgrade affected installations to 7.04.00.24 or later if still supported.; Check current Avira vendor guidance for legacy product remediation..

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Jun 29, 2026, 05:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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