CVE-2024-12662: IObit Advanced SystemCare Utimate IOCTL AscRegistryFilter.sys 0x8001E040 null pointer dereference

Published Dec 16, 2024
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Updated

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in IObit Advanced SystemCare Utimate up to 17.0.0. This affects the function 0x8001E040 in the library AscRegistryFilter.sys of the component IOCTL Handler. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IObit Advanced SystemCare Ultimate<=17.0.0

Event History

Dec 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12662?

CVE-2024-12662 is classified as a problematic vulnerability due to the potential for null pointer dereference.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-12662?

To fix CVE-2024-12662, update IObit Advanced SystemCare Ultimate to the latest version beyond 17.0.0.

3

What component is affected in CVE-2024-12662?

CVE-2024-12662 affects the IOCTL Handler function 0x8001E040 in the library AscRegistryFilter.sys.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-12662?

CVE-2024-12662 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability in IObit Advanced SystemCare Ultimate.

5

What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2024-12662?

Exploiting CVE-2024-12662 could lead to application crashes or unexpected behavior.

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