CVE-2018-5277: Input Validation

Published Jan 8, 2018
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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 0x9c40e000. 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)."

Affected Software

1 affected component
Malwarebytes Malwarebytes=3.3.1.2183

Event History

Jan 8, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Disputed
05:29 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5277?

The severity of CVE-2018-5277 is currently disputed, but it can potentially cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-5277?

To fix CVE-2018-5277, update to the latest version of Malwarebytes, which addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2018-5277?

CVE-2018-5277 affects Malwarebytes Premium version 3.3.1.2183.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2018-5277 facilitate?

CVE-2018-5277 allows local users to trigger a denial of service attack by exploiting input validation issues in the driver file.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2018-5277?

While there is a mention of a proof of concept for CVE-2018-5277, the vendor has reported they were unable to replicate the issue.

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