CVE-2018-5079: Input Validation
Published Jan 3, 2018
·Updated
In K7 AntiVirus 15.1.0306, the driver file (K7FWHlpr.sys) allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or possibly have unspecified other impact because of not validating input values from IOCtl 0x83002130.
Affected Software
1 affected component
K7Computing Antivirus=15.1.0306
Event History
Jan 3, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5079?
CVE-2018-5079 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-5079?
To fix CVE-2018-5079, update K7 AntiVirus to the latest version provided by K7 Computing.
3
What component is affected by CVE-2018-5079?
The vulnerability affects the K7FWHlpr.sys driver file in K7 AntiVirus version 15.1.0306.
4
Who is impacted by CVE-2018-5079?
Local users of K7 AntiVirus 15.1.0306 are impacted by CVE-2018-5079.
5
What type of exploit is associated with CVE-2018-5079?
CVE-2018-5079 can be exploited to cause a blue screen of death (BSOD) by not validating input values.