CVE-2010-3434: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-3434: Buffer overflow in the find_stream_bounds function in pdf.c in libclamav in ClamAV before 0.96.3 allows rem...

Buffer overflow in the find_stream_bounds function in pdf.c in libclamav in ClamAV before 0.96.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 03:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2010-3434 is a ClamAV PDF parsing flaw. A specially crafted PDF could crash the scanner and may allow code execution. The main business risk is older mail, file-upload, or antivirus scanning systems failing or being compromised while processing untrusted PDFs. Exposure is most likely in legacy systems running ClamAV or libclamav before 0.96.3, including downstream vendor packages and products that embed ClamAV for PDF scanning. Prioritize remediation where ClamAV scans inbound email, file uploads, or shared documents. The vulnerability is old, but internet-facing or high-volume document processing systems can still create meaningful availability and compromise risk if legacy builds remain. Mitigation focus: Upgrade ClamAV or libclamav to 0.96.3 or later.; Apply fixed packages from your OS or appliance vendor.; Inventory products that embed ClamAV, not only directly installed servers..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 01:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 30, 2010, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://wwws.clamav.net/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=2226CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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