CVE-2018-5088: Input Validation

Published Jan 3, 2018
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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 0x8300211C.

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5088?

CVE-2018-5088 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-5088?

To fix CVE-2018-5088, update K7 AntiVirus to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of impact does CVE-2018-5088 have?

CVE-2018-5088 can cause a denial of service, potentially leading to a blue screen of death (BSOD) on the affected system.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2018-5088?

CVE-2018-5088 affects local users of K7 AntiVirus version 15.1.0306.

5

What component of K7 AntiVirus does CVE-2018-5088 involve?

CVE-2018-5088 involves the driver file K7FWHlpr.sys, which fails to validate input values properly.

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