CVE-2018-8061
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8061 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. HWiNFO AMD64 Kernel driver version 8.98 and lower allows an unprivileged user to send IOCTL 0x85FE2608 to the device driver with the HWiNFO32 symbolic device name, resulting in direct physical memory read or write.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HWiNFO AMD64 Kernel driver version 8.98 and lower allows an unprivileged user to send IOCTL 0x85FE2608 to the device driver with the HWiNFO32 symbolic device name, resulting in direct physical memory read or write.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hwinfo | Amd64 Kernel Driver | <= 8.98 |
References
- https://github.com/otavioarj/SIOCtlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/otavioarj/SIOCtlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8061?
HWiNFO AMD64 Kernel driver version 8.98 and lower allows an unprivileged user to send IOCTL 0x85FE2608 to the device driver with the HWiNFO32 symbolic device name, resulting in direct physical memory read or write.
How severe is CVE-2018-8061?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8061 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8061?
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-2018-8061?
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