CVE-2017-17429
UnknownEPSS 0.30%
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CVE-2017-17429 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In K7 Antivirus Premium before 15.1.0.53, user-controlled input to the K7Sentry device is not sufficiently authenticated: a local user with a LOW integrity process can access a raw hard disk by sending a specific IOCTL.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In K7 Antivirus Premium before 15.1.0.53, user-controlled input to the K7Sentry device is not sufficiently authenticated: a local user with a LOW integrity process can access a raw hard disk by sending a specific IOCTL.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| K7computing | Antivirus | < 15.1.0.53 |
| K7computing | Antivirus | < 15.1.0308 |
| K7computing | Endpoint | < 14.2.0137 |
| K7computing | Internet Security | < 15.1.0297 |
| K7computing | Total Security | < 15.1.0324 |
| K7computing | Total Security | < 16.0.0131 |
| K7computing | Ultimate Security | < 15.1.0324 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-17429?
In K7 Antivirus Premium before 15.1.0.53, user-controlled input to the K7Sentry device is not sufficiently authenticated: a local user with a LOW integrity process can access a raw hard disk by sending a specific IOCTL.
How severe is CVE-2017-17429?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-17429 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17429?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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