CVE-2018-5217
UnknownEPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2018-5217 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In K7 Antivirus 15.1.0306, the driver file (K7Sentry.sys) allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or possibly have unspecified other impact because of not validating input values from IOCtl 0x95002578.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In K7 Antivirus 15.1.0306, the driver file (K7Sentry.sys) allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or possibly have unspecified other impact because of not validating input values from IOCtl 0x95002578.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| K7computing | Antivirus | 15.1.0306 |
References
- https://github.com/rubyfly/K7AntiVirus_POC/tree/master/1_95002578Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rubyfly/K7AntiVirus_POC/tree/master/1_95002578Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5217?
In K7 Antivirus 15.1.0306, the driver file (K7Sentry.sys) allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or possibly have unspecified other impact because of not validating input values from IOCtl 0x95002578.
How severe is CVE-2018-5217?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5217 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5217?
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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