CVE-2023-1446

Public Exploit
Watchdog Anti-Virus IoControlCode wsdk-driver.sys 0x80002008 denial of service

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Watchdog Anti-Virus 1.4.214.0. Affected by this vulnerability is the function 0x80002004/0x80002008 in the library wsdk-driver.sys of the component IoControlCode Handler. The manipulation leads to denial of service. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-223291.

Categories

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: Watchdog Anti-Virus
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.223291 permissions required vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.223291 permissions required signature vdb entry third party advisory
https://github.com/zeze-zeze/WindowsKernelVuln/tree/master/CVE-2023-1446 related third party advisory
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zjK_DMjHz41RMpfa0iLQ4GXKQwEr4z2T/view exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1446?
CVE-2023-1446 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1446?
To fix CVE-2023-1446, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-1446 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-1446 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-1446?
CVE-2023-1446 affects Watchdog Anti-Virus.
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