CVE-2019-15663 : Security Advisory and Response

A problem was found in Rivet Killer Control Center prior to version 2.1.1352, leading to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could be exploited for privilege escalation.

Understanding CVE-2019-15663

This CVE identifies a specific vulnerability in the Rivet Killer Control Center software.

What is CVE-2019-15663?

CVE-2019-15663 is a security flaw in the KfeCo10X64.sys driver of Rivet Killer Control Center before version 2.1.1352. The issue arises from a failure to validate an offset parameter during a memory operation, resulting in an out-of-bounds read.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15663

The vulnerability allows attackers to perform a series of actions to escalate privileges on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15663

This section delves into the specific technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The KfeCo10X64.sys driver fails to verify an offset provided as a parameter for IOCTL 0x120404, leading to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can be exploited for privilege escalation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Rivet Killer Control Center
Vendor: Rivet
Versions Affected: Prior to 2.1.1352

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the IOCTL 0x120404 offset parameter during a memory operation, allowing attackers to read out-of-bounds memory and potentially escalate privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-15663 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Rivet Killer Control Center to version 2.1.1352 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities that could indicate exploitation of the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and drivers to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict access rights for users and processes.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Rivet for the Rivet Killer Control Center software to address the vulnerability.