CVE-2024-36424: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Aug 6, 2024
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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
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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.

2

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.

5

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).

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