Kernel Pool Overflow in Sophos SurfRight HitmanPro Software
CVE-2017-6007

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Sophos
Status
Hitmanpro
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 September 2017

Summary

A kernel pool overflow vulnerability exists within the driver hitmanpro37.sys in Sophos SurfRight HitmanPro prior to version 3.7.20 Build 286. This flaw affords local users the ability to exploit malformed IOCTL calls, which can lead to a system crash. It is critical for users running affected versions to apply updates promptly to avoid potential disruptions.

References

https://trackwatch.com/kernel-pool-overflow-exploitation-...
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https://www.nuitduhack.com/fr/planning/talk_10
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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