CVE-2018-6785 : What You Need to Know

Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 is vulnerable to a security issue in its driver file (KSysCall.sys) that could allow local users to trigger a denial of service or other consequences.

Understanding CVE-2018-6785

This CVE entry describes a vulnerability in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 that could be exploited by local users.

What is CVE-2018-6785?

The vulnerability in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 arises from the driver file's failure to validate input values from IOCtl 0x9A008254, potentially leading to a denial of service (BSOD) or other impacts.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6785

The security issue in KSysCall.sys could allow local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified consequences.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6785

Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 is affected by the following:

Vulnerability Description

The driver file (KSysCall.sys) in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 is susceptible to exploitation by local users.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
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Exploitation Mechanism

Local users can exploit the vulnerability by manipulating input values from IOCtl 0x9A008254.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-6785:

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor for any unusual system behavior that could indicate exploitation of the vulnerability.
Consider restricting access to vulnerable systems to trusted users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Jiangmin Antivirus to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe computing practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Jiangmin Antivirus to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.