CVE-2017-17803 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2017-17803, a vulnerability in TG Soft's Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65 allowing local users to trigger a denial of service or other implications due to unvalidated input values.
A potential vulnerability has been identified in the driver file (VIRAGTLT.SYS) of TG Soft's Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65, allowing local users to trigger a denial of service (BSOD) or potentially have other implications due to the lack of input value validation from IOCtl 0x82736068.
Understanding CVE-2017-17803
This CVE entry describes a vulnerability in TG Soft's Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65 that could be exploited by local users.
What is CVE-2017-17803?
The vulnerability in the driver file (VIRAGTLT.SYS) of Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or potentially have other impacts due to unvalidated input values from IOCtl 0x82736068.
The Impact of CVE-2017-17803
The vulnerability may lead to a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified impacts when exploited by local users.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-17803
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The driver file (VIRAGTLT.SYS) in Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65 lacks input value validation from IOCtl 0x82736068, enabling local users to trigger a denial of service or other consequences.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65
- Vendor: TG Soft
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by local users through unvalidated input values from IOCtl 0x82736068.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-17803 is crucial to maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor vendor updates for patches or security advisories.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access.
- Consider disabling unnecessary services to reduce attack surface.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
- Educate users on safe computing practices and potential threats.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches or updates provided by TG Soft for Vir.IT eXplorer Lite 8.5.65 to address the vulnerability.