Insufficient Authentication Vulnerability in K7 Antivirus Premium
CVE-2017-17429

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

K7computing

Status
Antivirus
Internet Security
Ultimate Security
Endpoint
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 January 2018

What is CVE-2017-17429?

In K7 Antivirus Premium prior to version 15.1.0.53, a vulnerability exists in the K7Sentry device where user-controlled input lacks adequate authentication measures. This flaw enables a local user with a process of low integrity to execute specific IOCTL commands, granting them unauthorized access to raw hard disk data. This can lead to potential data exposure, making it crucial for users to update to the latest version to mitigate these security risks.

References

https://support.k7computing.com/index.php?/selfhelp/view-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2017-17429 : Insufficient Authentication Vulnerability in K7 Antivirus Premium