CVE-2017-6007
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CVE-2017-6007 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A kernel pool overflow in the driver hitmanpro37.sys in Sophos SurfRight HitmanPro before 3.7.20 Build 286 (included in the HitmanPro.Alert solution and Sophos Clean) allows local users to crash the OS via a malformed IOCTL call.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A kernel pool overflow in the driver hitmanpro37.sys in Sophos SurfRight HitmanPro before 3.7.20 Build 286 (included in the HitmanPro.Alert solution and Sophos Clean) allows local users to crash the OS via a malformed IOCTL call.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Hitmanpro | <= 3.7.20 |
References
- https://trackwatch.com/kernel-pool-overflow-exploitation-in-real-world-windows-7/Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.nuitduhack.com/fr/planning/talk_10Third Party Advisory
- https://trackwatch.com/kernel-pool-overflow-exploitation-in-real-world-windows-7/Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.nuitduhack.com/fr/planning/talk_10Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6007?
A kernel pool overflow in the driver hitmanpro37.sys in Sophos SurfRight HitmanPro before 3.7.20 Build 286 (included in the HitmanPro.Alert solution and Sophos Clean) allows local users to crash the OS via a malformed IOCTL call.
How severe is CVE-2017-6007?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6007 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6007?
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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