Local Privilege Escalation in DVDFab Virtual Drive by Fengtao Software
CVE-2026-12217

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Dvdfab

Status
Virtual Drive
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-12217?

A security vulnerability has been identified in DVDFab Virtual Drive version 2.0.0.5, specifically affecting the Signed Kernel Driver component (dvdfabio.sys). This vulnerability allows for improper privilege management, which can be exploited locally by an attacker to gain elevated privileges. The issue has been made publicly known, raising concerns for users as the vendor was unresponsive to the initial reports. Organizations using this software should take immediate action to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Virtual Drive 2.0.0.5

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-2026-12217 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/370860
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/370860/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-12217
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

winslow1984 (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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