CVE-2024-36424: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Aug 6, 2024
·Updated
K7RKScan.sys in K7 Ultimate Security before 17.0.2019 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) because of a NULL pointer dereference.
Affected Software
1 affected component
K7Computing K7 Ultimate Security<17.0.2019
Event History
Aug 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Apr 10, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
09:48 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-36424?
CVE-2024-36424 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service condition.
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How do I fix CVE-2024-36424?
To mitigate CVE-2024-36424, update K7 Ultimate Security to version 17.0.2019 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-36424?
CVE-2024-36424 is a vulnerability that involves a NULL pointer dereference in K7RKScan.sys.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2024-36424?
Local users of K7 Ultimate Security versions before 17.0.2019 are affected by CVE-2024-36424.
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What are the consequences of CVE-2024-36424?
The consequence of CVE-2024-36424 is that it can cause the system to crash, resulting in a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD).