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An issue was discovered in Alps Pointing-device Driver 10.1.101.207. The executable ApMsgFwd.exe permits the current user to map and write to the "ApMsgFwd File Mapping Object" section. This section is utilized as arguments to functions by ApMsgFwd.exe. When invalid pointers are written to this mapped section, it triggers a denial of service condition. This driver has been associated with Dell, ThinkPad, and VAIO devices.
Overview
This vulnerability in Alps Pointing-device Driver 10.1.101.207 allows a local user to exploit ApMsgFwd.exe, leading to a denial of service condition due to the writing of invalid pointers to a mapped section.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, users are advised to update the Alps Pointing-device Driver to a patched version that resolves the issue. It is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by the respective device manufacturers, such as Dell, ThinkPad, and VAIO.
References
- Exploit-DB Reference: Exploit-DB CVE-2018-10828
- GitHub Exploit Code: CVE-2018-10828 Exploit Code
- Lenovo Support Advisory: Lenovo Support Advisory for CVE-2018-10828
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
