CVE-2017-16551
First published: Tue Jan 16 2018(Updated: )
K7 Antivirus Premium before 15.1.0.53 allows local users to gain privileges by sending a specific IOCTL after setting the memory in a particular way.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| K7 Computing AntiVirus | <15.1.0.53 | |
| K7 Computing AntiVirus | <15.1.0308 | |
| k7computing endpoint | <14.2.0137 | |
| K7 Computing Internet Security | <15.1.0297 | |
| K7 Computing Total Security | <15.1.0324 | |
| K7 Computing Total Security | <16.0.0131 | |
| K7 Ultimate Security | <15.1.0324 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16551?
CVE-2017-16551 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting K7 Antivirus products.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16551?
To fix CVE-2017-16551, update K7 Antivirus to version 15.1.0.53 or later.
Who is impacted by CVE-2017-16551?
Local users of K7 Antivirus Premium, K7 Total Security, K7 Internet Security, and related products prior to the specified versions are impacted by CVE-2017-16551.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16551?
CVE-2017-16551 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows local users to gain higher privileges.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-16551?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2017-16551 beyond updating to the patched version.
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