CVE-2012-1431: The ELF file parser in Bitdefender 7.2, Command Antivirus 5.2.11.5, Comodo Antivirus 7424, eSafe 7.0.17.0,...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a malware-detection bypass in several older antivirus products. A specially formed Linux ELF file could avoid detection because the antivirus parser handled a particular byte sequence incorrectly. The sources do not show active exploitation, a CVSS score, or vendor-specific fixes. Exposure is most plausible where the listed antivirus or gateway versions scan Linux ELF files, attachments, downloads, or uploaded binaries. Because the named versions date from around 2010-2011, current exposure likely depends on unsupported legacy deployments or appliances still in use. Treat as a legacy exposure review unless affected products are still in production. Priority rises for organizations handling untrusted Linux binaries, public file uploads, email attachments, or gateway malware scanning with old antivirus engines. Mitigation focus: Inventory antivirus and gateway products against the named versions.; Check vendor advisories for fixed engines, definitions, or replacement guidance.; Upgrade or retire unsupported affected antivirus deployments..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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