CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-7136

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the K7FWFilt.sys kernel mode driver, allowing local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a crafted parameter in a DeviceIoControl API call. This affects multiple K7 Computing products.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a significant security risk as it allows local users to gain full control over the operating system. This could lead to unauthorized access to data and system instability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the K7FWFilt.sys driver to version 14.0.1.16 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring system access and implementing appropriate security measures is advised.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Heap-based buffer overflow in the K7FWFilt.sys kernel mode driver (aka K7Firewall Packet Driver) before 14.0.1.16, as used in multiple K7 Computing products, allows local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a crafted parameter in a DeviceIoControl API call.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS