CVE-2018-6777 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-6777 affecting Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100. Discover the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to secure your system.
Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 is vulnerable to a denial of service (BSOD) due to a lack of input value validation in IOCtl 0x220400.
Understanding CVE-2018-6777
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the driver file (KVFG.sys) of Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100.
What is CVE-2018-6777?
The driver file (KVFG.sys) in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 is vulnerable to a denial of service (BSOD) or other potential impacts when local users exploit the lack of input value validation in IOCtl 0x220400.
The Impact of CVE-2018-6777
The vulnerability allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or potentially have other unspecified impacts.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-6777
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The driver file (KVFG.sys) in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 allows local users to trigger a denial of service (BSOD) due to inadequate input value validation in IOCtl 0x220400.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
- Local users can exploit the lack of input value validation in IOCtl 0x220400 to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or other potential impacts.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system from CVE-2018-6777 with these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement the latest security patches from the vendor.
- Monitor vendor communications for updates or workarounds.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update antivirus software and security solutions.
- Educate users on safe computing practices to prevent exploitation.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by Jiangmin Antivirus to address the vulnerability.