Denial of Service Vulnerability in Windows Optimization Master by Wopti
CVE-2018-9051
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 27 March 2018
What is CVE-2018-9051?
The Windows Optimization Master contains a vulnerability within the WoptiHWDetect.SYS driver that allows local users to input invalid values into the IOCtl 0xf1002021 interface. This can lead to a denial of service, including potential system crashes resulting in a blue screen of death (BSOD). The vulnerability arises from inadequate input validation, which exposes local systems to possible service interruptions.