Denial of Service Vulnerability in Windows Optimization Master by Wopti
CVE-2018-8994

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Windows Optimization Master Project

Status
Windows Optimization Master
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 March 2018

What is CVE-2018-8994?

The vulnerability in Windows Optimization Master version 7.99.13.604, specifically in the WoptiHWDetect.SYS driver, allows local users to trigger a denial of service. This can occur due to insufficient input validation in the IOCtl 0xf1002003 request, potentially leading to a blue screen of death (BSOD) or other undefined consequences. Users should take immediate action to ensure their systems are secured against this threat.

References

https://github.com/D0neMkj/POC_BSOD/tree/master/Windows%2...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
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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