CVE-2017-17699: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Dec 15, 2017
·Updated
K7Sentry.sys 15.1.0.59 in K7 Antivirus 15.1.0309 has a NULL pointer dereference via a 0x950025ac DeviceIoControl request.
Affected Software
1 affected component
K7Computing Antivirus=15.1.0309
Event History
Dec 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17699?
CVE-2017-17699 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing denial of service through a NULL pointer dereference.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-17699?
To fix CVE-2017-17699, update K7 Antivirus to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2017-17699?
CVE-2017-17699 specifically affects K7 Antivirus version 15.1.0309.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-17699?
CVE-2017-17699 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability found in K7Sentry.sys.
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What impact does CVE-2017-17699 have on systems?
CVE-2017-17699 can lead to system instability or denial of service when exploited.