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CVE-2018-5083: Input Validation

First published: Wed Jan 03 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 0x8300215B.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
K7 Computing AntiVirus=15.1.0306

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-5083?

    The severity of CVE-2018-5083 is classified as a potential denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-5083?

    To fix CVE-2018-5083, ensure that you update K7 AntiVirus to a newer version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What impact can CVE-2018-5083 have on my system?

    CVE-2018-5083 can cause a denial of service leading to a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on affected systems.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2018-5083?

    CVE-2018-5083 affects local users of K7 AntiVirus version 15.1.0306.

  • What component of K7 AntiVirus is involved in CVE-2018-5083?

    The vulnerability in CVE-2018-5083 is associated with the driver file K7FWHlpr.sys.

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