Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in KINGSOFT Internet Security
CVE-2022-25949

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Kingsoft Japan, Inc.

Status
Kingsoft Internet Security 9 Plus
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2022

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-25949?

A vulnerability exists in the kernel mode driver 'kwatch3' of KINGSOFT Internet Security 9 Plus where crafted inputs can lead to a stack-based buffer overflow. This weakness allows attackers to exploit the mishandling of inputs, potentially compromising system stability and security.

Affected Version(s)

KINGSOFT Internet Security 9 Plus Reported for Version 2010.06.23.247

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.

CVE-2022-25949
Created by tandasat

References

https://support.kingsoft.jp/support-info/weakness.html
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https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN21234459/
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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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2022-25949 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in KINGSOFT Internet Security