CVE-2018-6473 : Security Advisory and Response

SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial 6.0.1254's driver file (SASKUTIL.SYS) is vulnerable to exploitation by local users, potentially leading to denial of service (BSOD) or other consequences due to input value validation failure.

Understanding CVE-2018-6473

The driver file in the mentioned version of SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial is susceptible to exploitation, posing risks to system stability and security.

What is CVE-2018-6473?

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in the driver file (SASKUTIL.SYS) of SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial 6.0.1254 that allows local users to trigger a denial of service (BSOD) or potentially cause other unspecified impacts by exploiting the lack of input value validation from IOCtl 0x9C402080.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6473

The vulnerability may result in a denial of service (BSOD) or lead to other unspecified consequences, affecting the stability and security of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6473

The following details provide insights into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The driver file (SASKUTIL.SYS) in SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial 6.0.1254 is vulnerable to exploitation by local users.
The issue arises from the failure to validate input values from IOCtl 0x9C402080.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SUPERAntiSpyware Professional Trial
Version: 6.0.1254

Exploitation Mechanism

Local users can exploit the vulnerability in the driver file to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or potentially trigger other unspecified consequences.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-6473 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Consider restricting access to vulnerable systems to authorized users only.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities or attempts to exploit the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user access rights and minimize potential risks.
Conduct security training for users to raise awareness about safe computing practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor to fix the vulnerability and enhance system security.