CVE-2018-5271: Input Validation
First published: Mon Jan 08 2018(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** In Malwarebytes Premium 3.3.1.2183, the driver file (FARFLT.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 0x9c40e008. NOTE: the vendor reported that they "have not been able to reproduce the issue on any Windows operating system version (32-bit or 64-bit)."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Malwarebytes Anti-Malware | =3.3.1.2183 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5271?
CVE-2018-5271 is considered a potential denial of service vulnerability which can lead to system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5271?
To mitigate CVE-2018-5271, update to the latest version of Malwarebytes where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What impact does CVE-2018-5271 have on my system?
CVE-2018-5271 may cause local users to experience a denial of service or potentially other unspecified impacts.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-5271?
CVE-2018-5271 affects users of Malwarebytes Premium version 3.3.1.2183.
Is CVE-2018-5271 being actively exploited?
There are no public reports confirming active exploitation of CVE-2018-5271 at this time.
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