CVE-2023-1638

Public Exploit
IObit Malware Fighter IOCTL ImfRegistryFilter.sys 0x8001E040 denial of service

Description

A vulnerability was found in IObit Malware Fighter 9.4.0.776. It has been rated as problematic. Affected by this issue is the function 0x8001E024/0x8001E040 in the library ImfRegistryFilter.sys of the component IOCTL Handler. The manipulation leads to denial of service. Attacking locally is a requirement. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-224018 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 google.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: IObit Malware Fighter
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References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.224018 vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.224018 permissions required signature third party advisory
https://github.com/zeze-zeze/WindowsKernelVuln/tree/master/CVE-2023-1638 related exploit third party advisory
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_jYlCkQMNaUwGV5QJtyz4zhdTqaGCv6Z/view third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1638?
CVE-2023-1638 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1638?
To fix CVE-2023-1638, 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-2023-1638 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-1638 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-2023-1638?
CVE-2023-1638 affects IObit Malware Fighter.
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