CVE-2021-27965

The MsIo64.sys driver before 1.1.19.1016 in MSI Dragon Center before 2.0.98.0 has a buffer overflow that allows privilege escalation via a crafted 0x80102040…

published March 5, 2021

CVSS
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EPSS
12%
Percentile
96.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted IOCTL request can spark a buffer overflow in the MsIo64.sys driver, creating a sneaky privilege escalation opportunity! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant owner who left the back door open just a crack, letting anyone with a good enough excuse walk right in and take control of the kitchen. That’s what this vulnerability allows for! If an attacker manages to exploit this vulnerability, they could escalate their privileges, gaining unauthorized access to critical system functions. It's like handing over the chef's hat to an unsuspecting diner—chaos could ensue!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant owner who left the back door open just a crack, letting anyone with a good enough excuse walk right in and take control of the kitchen. That’s what this vulnerability allows for! This buffer overflow vulnerability in the MsIo64.sys driver, present in MSI Dragon Center versions before 2.0.98.0, can be triggered by specific crafted IOCTL requests, leading to privilege escalation.

What to do

If an attacker manages to exploit this vulnerability, they could escalate their privileges, gaining unauthorized access to critical system functions. It's like handing over the chef's hat to an unsuspecting diner—chaos could ensue! To protect yourself, make sure you update the MSI Dragon Center to version 2.0.98.0 or later. Additionally, consider reviewing access controls to minimize potential exploitation risks. Don't ignore this one! You've got this! Stay proactive and secure your system with these updates! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.11836 · 96.1th percentile
Published
2021-03-05T01:53Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 MAR 01:53Z
    The MsIo64.sys driver before 1.1.19.1016 in MSI Dragon Center before 2.0.98.0 has a buffer overflow that allows privilege escalation via a crafted 0x80102040…
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