Buffer Overrun Vulnerability in Yenkee Hornet Gaming Mouse Driver
CVE-2021-47789
Key Information:
- Vendor
Yenkee
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 15 January 2026
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What is CVE-2021-47789?
The Yenkee Hornet Gaming Mouse driver, GM312Fltr.sys, is susceptible to a buffer overrun vulnerability that can lead to a system crash. This vulnerability enables attackers to exploit the driver's functionality by sending oversized input (up to 2000 bytes) via the DeviceIoControl API. When the oversized buffer is processed, the system can experience a denial of service due to a kernel-level crash, affecting the stability and usability of the system. Users are advised to take preventive measures and keep their drivers updated.
Affected Version(s)
Yenkee Hornet Gaming Mouse all version
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
CVSS V4
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved
