CVE-2008-1736: Comodo Firewall Pro before 3.0 does not properly validate certain parameters to hooked System Service Descr...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a local denial-of-service flaw in Comodo Firewall Pro before version 3.0. A user already on the machine could trigger a system crash through improperly validated kernel-hook parameters. The provided sources do not show remote compromise, privilege escalation, or active exploitation. Exposure appears limited to legacy systems still running Comodo Firewall Pro earlier than 3.0. The bundle does not provide CPEs, deployment prevalence, or a complete affected-platform matrix. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless affected systems protect critical operations. It can crash a local machine but the supplied evidence does not support remote compromise or active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Comodo Firewall Pro versions earlier than 3.0.; Upgrade or remove affected legacy installations where found.; Check Comodo release notes and vendor guidance for fixed-version details..

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Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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