CVE-2008-1738: Input Validation
First published: Tue Apr 29 2008(Updated: )
Rising Antivirus 2008 before 20.38.20 allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via an invalid pointer to the _CLIENT_ID structure in a call to the NtOpenProcess hooked System Service Descriptor Table (SSDT) function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Antivirus | <=20.38.20 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2249
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28744
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019946
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30007
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3838
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1382
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42084
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491405/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1738?
CVE-2008-1738 has a medium severity rating as it allows local users to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1738?
To fix CVE-2008-1738, update Rising Antivirus to version 20.38.20 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-1738?
CVE-2008-1738 affects local users of Rising Antivirus 2008 prior to version 20.38.20.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-1738 involve?
CVE-2008-1738 involves a denial of service attack caused by an invalid pointer in system service calls.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-1738?
There is no documented workaround for CVE-2008-1738; upgrading the software is recommended.
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