CVE-2018-5701

In Iolo System Shield AntiVirus and AntiSpyware 5.0.0.136, the amp.sys driver file contains an Arbitrary Write vulnerability due to not validating input values…

published January 31, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
18%
Percentile
97.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unchecked input could lead to unintended file writes in the Iolo System Shield AntiVirus driver. This vulnerability might sound subtle, but it's essential to keep an eye on! 🔍 Think of this as a delivery service that accepts packages without verifying their contents — they might accidentally deliver something harmful instead of the intended goods. In this case, the amp.sys driver is the service, and its lack of validation is the oversight that could lead to trouble. If an attacker finds a way to exploit this flaw, they could potentially write arbitrary data to sensitive locations — imagine a mischievous trickster tampering with files that could lead to system instability or even complete malfunction. While it hasn’t been exploited in the wild yet, leaving it unchecked could create a dangerous scenario.

Put simply

Think of this as a delivery service that accepts packages without verifying their contents — they might accidentally deliver something harmful instead of the intended goods. In this case, the amp.sys driver is the service, and its lack of validation is the oversight that could lead to trouble. This Arbitrary Write vulnerability in Iolo System Shield arises from the amp.sys driver not validating input values for IOCTL command 0x00226003, allowing unauthorized modifications to be made to system files.

What to do

If an attacker finds a way to exploit this flaw, they could potentially write arbitrary data to sensitive locations — imagine a mischievous trickster tampering with files that could lead to system instability or even complete malfunction. While it hasn’t been exploited in the wild yet, leaving it unchecked could create a dangerous scenario. To mitigate this risk, ensure your Iolo System Shield software is updated to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates and consider implementing additional security layers, such as a firewall or monitoring system activity for unusual changes. 🛡️ You’ve got this! Stay proactive about your security and keep those systems healthy. 🌟

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.18455 · 97.2th percentile
Published
2018-01-31T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 JAN 18:00Z
    In Iolo System Shield AntiVirus and AntiSpyware 5.0.0.136, the amp.sys driver file contains an Arbitrary Write vulnerability due to not validating input values…
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