CVE-2012-1435: The Microsoft EXE file parser in AhnLab V3 Internet Security 2011.01.18.00, Emsisoft Anti-Malware 5.1.0.1,...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes an antivirus evasion issue in several older security products. A specially formed Windows EXE could cause the listed scanners to miss malware. The business risk is misplaced confidence in endpoint or gateway detection, especially where these legacy product versions remain in use. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still using the named product versions, archived scanning systems, or old gateway/endpoint images. Current exposure cannot be inferred from the sources. Treat this as a legacy-control assurance issue. Prioritize confirmation that unsupported antivirus versions are not protecting critical systems, mail gateways, file stores, or malware triage workflows. Mitigation focus: Inventory use of the named antivirus products and versions.; Check each vendor's current advisory or support guidance.; Upgrade or replace unsupported legacy antivirus engines..

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

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