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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-6785 affects Jiangmin Antivirus version 16.0.0.100. Specifically, the driver file KSysCall.sys within the antivirus software is susceptible to exploitation by local users. By sending malicious input values through IOCtl 0x9A008254, an attacker can trigger a denial of service condition resulting in a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) or potentially achieve other adverse effects on the system. The issue arises from the failure to properly validate input values, allowing unauthorized manipulation of the driver file.
Overview
This vulnerability in Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 arises from a lack of input validation in the KSysCall.sys driver file, enabling local users to exploit the software and potentially disrupt system operations or cause other unspecified impacts.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, users of Jiangmin Antivirus 16.0.0.100 are advised to apply the necessary security updates or patches provided by the vendor. It is crucial to ensure that the antivirus software is kept up to date with the latest fixes to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users should exercise caution when handling untrusted input to prevent potential attacks leveraging this vulnerability.
References
- CVE-2018-6785 Details: CVE-2018-6785
- Proof of Concept Code: GitHub - Jiangmin Antivirus POC
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
