CVE-2018-9006 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58's driver file (Monitor_win7_x64.sys) contains a vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service (BSOD) or other consequences for local users.

Understanding CVE-2018-9006

This CVE involves unverified input values from IOCtl 0x9c402004 in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58's driver file.

What is CVE-2018-9006?

The vulnerability in the driver file of Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 can allow local users to trigger a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified outcomes by exploiting unverified input values.

The Impact of CVE-2018-9006

The presence of this vulnerability can potentially lead to a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified consequences for local users.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-9006

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The driver file (Monitor_win7_x64.sys) in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58 allows local users to cause a denial of service (BSOD) or other unspecified impacts due to unvalidated input values from IOCtl 0x9c402004.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 11.0.1.58
Vendor: Not specified
Versions: Not specified

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by local users manipulating unverified input values from IOCtl 0x9c402004 in the driver file.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-9006 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor vendor updates for patches or security advisories.
Consider restricting access to vulnerable components.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software and drivers.
Implement the principle of least privilege to limit potential damage.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the vulnerability.