CVE-2018-9003 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-9003, a vulnerability in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 that allows local users to trigger a denial of service due to lack of input value validation. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 contains a vulnerability that may lead to a denial of service (BSOD) due to an unverified driver file (Monitor_x86.sys).
Understanding CVE-2018-9003
What is CVE-2018-9003?
This CVE refers to a vulnerability in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 that allows local users to trigger a denial of service or other potential consequences by exploiting a lack of input value validation in IOCtl 0x9c402000.
The Impact of CVE-2018-9003
The presence of the unverified driver file can result in a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified impacts for local users.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-9003
Vulnerability Description
The driver file (Monitor_x86.sys) in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 enables local users to cause a denial of service or potentially have other impacts by not validating input values from IOCtl 0x9c402000.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58
- Vendor: Not specified
- Versions: Not specified
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability arises from the lack of input value validation in IOCtl 0x9c402000.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or remove the affected driver file (Monitor_x86.sys).
- Monitor for any unusual system behavior that may indicate exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the software to address known vulnerabilities.
- Implement least privilege access to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Patching and Updates
Apply any security patches or updates provided by the software vendor to mitigate the vulnerability.