CVE-2014-9642: High severity BullGuard bdagent.sys vulnerability
bdagent.sys in BullGuard Antivirus, Internet Security, Premium Protection, and Online Backup before 15.0.288 allows local users to write data to arbitrary memory locations, and consequently gain privileges, via a crafted 0x0022405c IOCTL call.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9642?
CVE-2014-9642 is considered a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows local users to gain higher privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9642?
To fix CVE-2014-9642, update BullGuard Antivirus, Internet Security, Premium Protection, and Online Backup to version 15.0.288 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-9642?
CVE-2014-9642 affects BullGuard Antivirus, Internet Security, Premium Protection, and Online Backup versions before 15.0.288.
Can CVE-2014-9642 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2014-9642 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-9642 involve?
CVE-2014-9642 involves a crafted IOCTL call that allows for arbitrary memory write operations.