CVE-2017-16554: High severity k7 computing antivirus vulnerability
K7 Antivirus Premium before 15.1.0.53 allows local users to write to arbitrary memory locations, and consequently gain privileges, via a specific set of IOCTL calls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16554?
CVE-2017-16554 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16554?
To fix CVE-2017-16554, update K7 Antivirus Premium, Internet Security, or Total Security to version 15.1.0.53 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-16554?
CVE-2017-16554 affects users of K7 Antivirus Premium, Plus, Endpoint, Internet Security, Total Security, and Ultimate Security prior to specified versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16554?
CVE-2017-16554 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unauthorized memory access.
Can CVE-2017-16554 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-16554 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the affected systems.