Vulnerability Description
The LHA.sys driver before 1.1.1811.2101 in LG Device Manager exposes functionality that allows low-privileged users to read and write arbitrary physical memory via specially crafted IOCTL requests and elevate system privileges. This occurs because the device object has an associated symbolic link and an open DACL.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lg | Lha.Sys | < 1.1.1811.2101 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.jackson-t.ca/lg-driver-lpe.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://lgsecurity.lge.com/security_updates.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://twitter.com/Jackson_T/status/1097353402034475009Third Party Advisory
- http://www.jackson-t.ca/lg-driver-lpe.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://lgsecurity.lge.com/security_updates.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://twitter.com/Jackson_T/status/1097353402034475009Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-8372?
CVE-2019-8372 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). The LHA.sys driver before 1.1.1811.2101 in LG Device Manager exposes functionality that allows low-privileged users to read and write arbitrary physical memory via specially crafted IOCTL requests and...
How severe is CVE-2019-8372?
CVE-2019-8372 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-8372?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lg Lha.Sys.