CVE-2018-5276: Input Validation
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 0x9c40e018. 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)."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5276?
CVE-2018-5276 is considered to potentially cause a denial of service, specifically a BSOD, on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5276?
To address CVE-2018-5276, users should update Malwarebytes Premium to the latest version as provided by the vendor.
What impact does CVE-2018-5276 have on affected systems?
CVE-2018-5276 allows local users to cause a denial of service or possibly other unspecified impacts.
Which versions of Malwarebytes are affected by CVE-2018-5276?
Malwarebytes Premium version 3.3.1.2183 is specifically identified as affected by CVE-2018-5276.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-5276?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2018-5276 other than updating the software to mitigate the vulnerability.