CVE-2012-1440: The ELF file parser in Norman Antivirus 6.06.12, eSafe 7.0.17.0, CA eTrust Vet Antivirus 36.1.8511, Fortine...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a way to make certain older antivirus products miss malware hidden in a specially malformed ELF file. The business risk is reduced malware detection, not direct system takeover. It matters mainly where the named legacy antivirus engines are still used to scan Linux/ELF files. Exposure appears limited to organizations still using the listed 2012-era antivirus products or embedded scanning engines, especially on mail, web, endpoint, or gateway paths that inspect ELF/Linux binaries. Prioritize as a legacy exposure check. Escalate if any named product/version still protects email, downloads, endpoints, or Linux file-ingress paths. Mitigation focus: Inventory use of the named antivirus products and versions.; Update or retire affected products according to vendor guidance.; Do not rely on affected engines as the sole ELF malware control..

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

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