Denial of Service in Windows Optimization Master Driver
CVE-2018-9052

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Windows Optimization Master Project

Status
Windows Optimization Master
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 March 2018

What is CVE-2018-9052?

In version 7.99.13.604 of Windows Optimization Master, the driver file WoptiHWDetect.SYS lacks proper input validation for IOCTL requests. This deficiency enables local users to trigger a denial of service, leading to a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) or potentially other unforeseen impacts. It is critical for users to evaluate their systems and ensure that they are updated to safeguard against possible attacks exploiting this flaw.

References

https://github.com/D0neMkj/POC_BSOD/tree/master/Windows%2...
x_refsource_MISC

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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