CVE-2017-10950: Double Free

Published Aug 29, 2017
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Bitdefender Total Security 21.0.24.62. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within processing of the 0x8000E038 IOCTL in the bdfwfpf driver. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-4776.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Bitdefender Total Security=21.0.24.62

Event History

Aug 29, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-10950?

The severity of CVE-2017-10950 is classified as high due to the possibility of local code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-10950?

To fix CVE-2017-10950, update Bitdefender Total Security to a version that is not vulnerable.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2017-10950?

CVE-2017-10950 affects Bitdefender Total Security version 21.0.24.62.

4

Can CVE-2017-10950 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2017-10950 requires local access to the system for exploitation.

5

What potential impact does CVE-2017-10950 have on my system?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-10950 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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