CVE-2018-10828: Input Validation

Published May 9, 2018
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Alps Pointing-device Driver 10.1.101.207. ApMsgFwd.exe allows the current user to map and write to the "ApMsgFwd File Mapping Object" section. ApMsgFwd.exe uses the data written to this section as arguments to functions. This causes a denial of service condition when invalid pointers are written to the mapped section. This driver has been used with Dell, ThinkPad, and VAIO devices.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Alps Pointing-device Driver=10.1.101.207

Event History

May 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-10828?

CVE-2018-10828 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-10828?

To resolve CVE-2018-10828, it is recommended to update the Alps Pointing-device Driver to the latest version.

3

What impact does CVE-2018-10828 have on my system?

CVE-2018-10828 can lead to a denial of service condition by allowing unauthorized access to the ApMsgFwd File Mapping Object.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-10828?

CVE-2018-10828 affects version 10.1.101.207 of the Alps Pointing-device Driver.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2018-10828?

Users running the affected version of the Alps Pointing-device Driver on their systems may be impacted by CVE-2018-10828.

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