CVE-2023-1453

Public Exploit
Watchdog Anti-Virus IoControlCode wsdk-driver.sys 0x80002008 access control

Description

A vulnerability was found in Watchdog Anti-Virus 1.4.214.0. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function 0x80002008 in the library wsdk-driver.sys of the component IoControlCode Handler. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. Attacking locally is a requirement. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-223298 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Category

4.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.03%
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.223298 permissions required vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.223298 permissions required signature vdb entry third party advisory
https://github.com/zeze-zeze/WindowsKernelVuln/tree/master/CVE-2023-1453 related third party advisory
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ivMk1uVAvPCCAxqiD2BW9gD1TsktQkpi/view exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1453?
CVE-2023-1453 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1453?
To fix CVE-2023-1453, 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-2023-1453 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-1453 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-2023-1453?
CVE-2023-1453 affects Watchdog Anti-Virus.
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