CVE-2009-4114: Input Validation

Published Nov 30, 2009
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Updated

kl1.sys in Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 9.0.0.463, and possibly other versions before 9.0.0.736, does not properly validate input to IOCTL 0x0022c008, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via IOCTL requests using crafted kernel addresses that trigger memory corruption, possibly related to klavemu.kdl.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Kaspersky Kaspersky Anti-Virus=9.0.0.463

Event History

Nov 30, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4114?

CVE-2009-4114 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service through memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4114?

To fix CVE-2009-4114, update Kaspersky Anti-Virus to version 9.0.0.736 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-4114?

CVE-2009-4114 affects Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 version 9.0.0.463 and potentially earlier versions.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-4114?

CVE-2009-4114 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to a system crash.

5

Can remote users exploit CVE-2009-4114?

CVE-2009-4114 is only exploitable by local users due to its nature of requiring crafted IOCTL requests.

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