CVE-2023-1492

Public Exploit
Max Secure Anti Virus Plus IoControlCode MaxProc64.sys 0x220019 denial of service

Description

A vulnerability was found in Max Secure Anti Virus Plus 19.0.2.1. It has been declared as problematic. This vulnerability affects the function 0x220019 in the library MaxProc64.sys of the component IoControlCode Handler. The manipulation of the argument SystemBuffer leads to denial of service. Attacking locally is a requirement. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-223378 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Category

5.5
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: Max Secure Anti Virus Plus
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.223378 third party advisory vdb entry technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.223378 signature third party advisory permissions required
https://github.com/zeze-zeze/WindowsKernelVuln/tree/master/CVE-2023-1492 related third party advisory exploit
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G_Szy4kCrZU-whGbVcxpdE1yKf5Vxqq3/view exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1492?
CVE-2023-1492 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1492?
To fix CVE-2023-1492, 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-2023-1492 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-1492 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-2023-1492?
CVE-2023-1492 affects Max Secure Anti Virus Plus.
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