CVE-2017-17410: Critical severity Bitdefender Internet Security 2018 vulnerability

Published Dec 21, 2017
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Bitdefender Internet Security 2018. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within emulator 0x102 in cevakrnl.xmd. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-5116.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Bitdefender Internet Security 2018<73456

Event History

Dec 21, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-17410?

CVE-2017-17410 has a severity score of 8.8, classified as critical.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-17410?

To fix CVE-2017-17410, ensure that you update or patch your Bitdefender Internet Security 2018 to the latest version.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2017-17410?

CVE-2017-17410 affects Bitdefender Internet Security 2018, specifically versions before 73456.

4

What type of attacks does CVE-2017-17410 facilitate?

CVE-2017-17410 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations.

5

Does exploiting CVE-2017-17410 require user interaction?

Yes, exploiting CVE-2017-17410 requires user interaction, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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