CVE-2018-18026: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 19, 2018
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Updated

IMFCameraProtect.sys in IObit Malware Fighter 6.2 (and possibly lower versions) is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow. The attacker can use DeviceIoControl to pass a user specified size which can be used to overwrite return addresses. This can lead to a denial of service or code execution attack.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IObit Malware Fighter<=6.2

Event History

Oct 19, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2018-18026.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-18026?

The severity of CVE-2018-18026 is high.

3

What is affected by CVE-2018-18026?

IOBit Malware Fighter versions up to and including 6.2 are affected by CVE-2018-18026.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-18026?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-18026 by using DeviceIoControl to pass a user-specified size, which can lead to a stack-based buffer overflow and potentially overwrite return addresses.

5

Are there any fixes or patches available for CVE-2018-18026?

Please refer to the vendor's website or security advisories for available fixes or patches for CVE-2018-18026.

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