CVE-2018-20029
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2018-20029 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The nxfs.sys driver in the DokanFS library 0.6.0 in NoMachine before 6.4.6 on Windows 10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) because uninitialized memory can be read.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The nxfs.sys driver in the DokanFS library 0.6.0 in NoMachine before 6.4.6 on Windows 10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) because uninitialized memory can be read.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dokan-Dev | Dokany | 0.6.0 |
| Nomachine | Nomachine | < 6.4.6 |
References
- https://www.nomachine.com/TR11P08975Vendor Advisory
- https://www.nomachine.com/TR11P08975Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20029?
The nxfs.sys driver in the DokanFS library 0.6.0 in NoMachine before 6.4.6 on Windows 10 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) because uninitialized memory can be read.
How severe is CVE-2018-20029?
CVE-2018-20029 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20029?
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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