CVE-2019-6440

Zemana AntiMalware before 3.0.658 Beta mishandles update logic

published January 16, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ The update logic in Zemana AntiMalware has a hiccup! Before version 3.0.658 Beta, it could potentially miss some crucial updates, leaving you more exposed than you'd like! Think of it as a restaurant that forgets to order fresh ingredients while relying on old stock — you end up serving yesterday's leftovers instead of a fresh, safe meal! This oversight might not lead to immediate chaos, but it does mean that the software won’t be as effective at keeping your system safe. By missing updates, you could be left vulnerable to new malware threats that the software is designed to combat, which could lead to data breaches or system slowdowns.

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant that forgets to order fresh ingredients while relying on old stock — you end up serving yesterday's leftovers instead of a fresh, safe meal! The vulnerability stems from Zemana AntiMalware mishandling its update logic, which may prevent critical updates from being applied automatically, leaving users at risk of running outdated definitions.

What to do

This oversight might not lead to immediate chaos, but it does mean that the software won’t be as effective at keeping your system safe. By missing updates, you could be left vulnerable to new malware threats that the software is designed to combat, which could lead to data breaches or system slowdowns. To safeguard your system, upgrade Zemana AntiMalware to version 3.0.658 Beta or later as soon as possible. Regularly check for software updates manually if automatic updates are disabled to ensure you have the latest protections. 🔍 You've got this! Stay proactive, and you'll keep your defenses strong. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03020 · 87.4th percentile
Published
2019-01-16T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JAN 04:00Z
    Zemana AntiMalware before 3.0.658 Beta mishandles update logic
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