CVE-2018-6787: Input Validation

Published Feb 6, 2018
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Updated

In Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100, the driver file (KVFG.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 0x221808.

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-2018-6787?

CVE-2018-6787 has been classified with a significant severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6787?

To mitigate CVE-2018-6787, it is recommended to update Jiangmin Antivirus to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2018-6787?

CVE-2018-6787 affects users of Jiangmin Antivirus version 16.0.0.100.

4

What type of impact can CVE-2018-6787 cause?

CVE-2018-6787 can cause a denial of service leading to a blue screen of death (BSOD) on affected systems.

5

What is the cause of CVE-2018-6787?

CVE-2018-6787 is caused by insufficient input validation in the KVFG.sys driver file.

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