CVE-2018-6780: Input Validation

Published Feb 6, 2018
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Updated

In Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100, the driver file (KSysCall.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 0x9A0081E4.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Jiangmin Antivirus=16.0.0.100

Event History

Feb 6, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6780?

CVE-2018-6780 has been classified with a medium severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6780?

To mitigate CVE-2018-6780, users should update Jiangmin Antivirus to the latest version or apply any available patches that address this vulnerability.

3

What impact does CVE-2018-6780 have on systems?

CVE-2018-6780 allows local users to cause a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) which may disrupt system availability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2018-6780?

CVE-2018-6780 affects local users of Jiangmin Antivirus version 16.0.0.100.

5

What is KSysCall.sys in relation to CVE-2018-6780?

KSysCall.sys is the driver file in Jiangmin Antivirus that is vulnerable due to its lack of input validation, leading to potential system crashes.

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