CVE-2017-6008
UnknownEPSS 1.90%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6008 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 escalate privileges via a malformed IOCTL call.. EPSS estimates a 1.90% 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 escalate privileges via a malformed IOCTL call.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Hitmanpro | <= 3.7.20 |
References
- https://github.com/cbayet/Exploit-CVE-2017-6008Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://trackwatch.com/kernel-pool-overflow-exploitation-in-real-world-windows-10/Exploit, Technical Description, Third 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
- https://github.com/cbayet/Exploit-CVE-2017-6008Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://trackwatch.com/kernel-pool-overflow-exploitation-in-real-world-windows-10/Exploit, Technical Description, Third 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-2017-6008?
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 escalate privileges via a malformed IOCTL call.
How severe is CVE-2017-6008?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6008 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6008?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-6008?
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