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Discussion in 'Security and Privacy' started by keithsince59, 2009/10/14.

  1. 2009/10/14
    keithsince59

    keithsince59 Inactive Thread Starter

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    when using programes on my computer everytime i try to insert a photo the following alert appears and i have to close the programe. any ideas please
    keith.


    McAfee has automatically blocked a buffer overflow.

    About this Buffer Overflow
    File: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\POWERPNT.EXE

    Buffer overflows can cause legitimate programs to fail. Other programs that experience buffer overflows, however, can be used to harm your computer, compromise its security, and damage valuable files.
     
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  2. 2009/10/14
    broni

    broni Moderator Malware Analyst

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    "Buffer overflow" has been a known issue with McAfee, for....years.
    How come it has not been fixed yet, don't ask me...
    Your only sure workaround is to make an exception for powerpoint.exe in McAfee Buffer Overflow Protection Policies.
     
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  4. 2009/10/21
    keithsince59

    keithsince59 Inactive Thread Starter

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    How do I make an exception for powerpoint.exe in McAfee Buffer Overflow Protection Policies please ???
     
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  5. 2009/10/21
    broni

    broni Moderator Malware Analyst

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    I don't use McAfee, but this is what I found on the net:

    1. Go to VirusScan Console
    2. Open Buffer Overflow Protection
    3. Add Buffer Overflow Exclusion
     
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  6. 2009/10/28
    keithsince59

    keithsince59 Inactive Thread Starter

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    yes i have done that but afraid adding pictures still hangs the programe, i.m gonna turn off mcafee and try thet
     
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