CVE-2017-14153: Buffer Overflow
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on Jungo WinDriver 12.4.0 and earlier. 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 the processing of IOCTL 0x953824b7 by the windrvr1240 kernel driver. The issue lies in the failure to properly validate user-supplied data which can result in a kernel pool overflow. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code under the context of kernel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14153?
CVE-2017-14153 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14153?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14153, update Jungo WinDriver to version 12.5.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-14153?
CVE-2017-14153 affects users of Jungo WinDriver version 12.4.0 and earlier.
What is the attack vector for CVE-2017-14153?
The attack vector for CVE-2017-14153 requires local access to execute low-privileged code.
Can CVE-2017-14153 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-14153 can only be exploited locally by an attacker with existing low-privileged access.