CVE-2018-18714: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 1, 2018
·Updated
RegFilter.sys in IOBit Malware Fighter 6.2 and earlier is susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow when an attacker uses IOCTL 0x8006E010. This can lead to denial of service (DoS) or code execution with root privileges.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IObit Malware Fighter<=6.2
Event History
Nov 1, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2018-18714.
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What is the severity rating of CVE-2018-18714?
CVE-2018-18714 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
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What is the affected software for CVE-2018-18714?
The affected software for CVE-2018-18714 is IOBit Malware Fighter 6.2 and earlier.
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How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by using IOCTL 0x8006E010, which can lead to a stack-based buffer overflow.
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What are the potential consequences of this vulnerability?
This vulnerability can lead to denial of service (DoS) or code execution with root privileges.