CVE-2018-6474: Input Validation

Published Jan 31, 2018
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Updated

In SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial 6.0.1254, the driver file (SASKUTIL.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 0x9C402148.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SUPERAntiSpyware SUPERAntiSpyware=6.0.1254

Event History

Jan 31, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6474?

CVE-2018-6474 has a severity rating of medium to high due to its potential to cause a denial of service through a BSOD.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6474?

To mitigate CVE-2018-6474, users should update to the latest version of SUPERAntiSpyware that addresses the vulnerability.

3

What specific component is affected by CVE-2018-6474?

CVE-2018-6474 specifically affects the driver file SASKUTIL.SYS in SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial version 6.0.1254.

4

Can CVE-2018-6474 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2018-6474 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local user access to the affected system to exploit.

5

What impact can CVE-2018-6474 cause?

CVE-2018-6474 can lead to a denial of service, causing the system to crash or become unresponsive.

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