CVE-2017-2189: Critical severity sharp rw-4040 vulnerability
Published Jun 9, 2017
·Updated
Untrusted search path vulnerability in RW-4040 driver installer for Windows 7 version 2.27 allows an attacker to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SHARP Rw-4040 Windows 7=2.27
Event History
Jun 9, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2189?
CVE-2017-2189 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-2189?
To fix CVE-2017-2189, ensure that the RW-4040 driver is updated to a secure version that mitigates untrusted search path issues.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2017-2189 enable?
CVE-2017-2189 enables an attacker to gain privileges through the installation of a Trojan horse DLL.
4
Which version of RW-4040 is affected by CVE-2017-2189?
CVE-2017-2189 affects the RW-4040 driver version 2.27 specifically on Windows 7.
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What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2017-2189?
Exploiting CVE-2017-2189 can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of the system due to elevated privileges.