Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This issue affects a Micropoint proactive defense software driver and can let a local user crash the Windows system with a blue screen. The public record also says unspecified other impact may be possible, but it does not define that impact.
Executive priority
Handle this as a focused endpoint risk. It is not documented as internet-facing or actively exploited, but a local crash in security software can disrupt availability and incident response. Prioritize inventory and remediation where this product is deployed.
Technical view
CVE-2018-6631 describes insufficient validation of input values in mp110009.sys in Micropoint proactive defense software 2.0.20266.0146, specifically around IOCtl 0x80000170. The documented result is local denial of service through BSOD, with other impact left unspecified.
Likely exposure
Exposure appears limited to Windows endpoints running the named Micropoint proactive defense software version and driver. The CVE source bundle does not provide CPEs, broader affected version ranges, or platform details beyond the product description.
Exploitation context
The CVE references a public GitHub proof-of-concept location, but the bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. The attacker position is local user, so this is not described as remotely exploitable from the network.
Researcher notes
The record is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, CPE, or vendor fix is included in the bundle. The GitHub reference suggests public technical details exist, but the CVE only substantiates local BSOD and unspecified other impact. Avoid assuming privilege escalation without additional evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Check Micropoint or current vendor guidance for fixed versions or removal advice.
- Inventory endpoints for Micropoint proactive defense software 2.0.20266.0146.
- Prioritize upgrade, replacement, or removal where the vulnerable driver is present.
- Limit local user privileges on affected endpoints.
- Monitor affected systems for BSOD events involving mp110009.sys.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether mp110009.sys exists on managed Windows endpoints.
- Record installed Micropoint proactive defense software version where found.
- Review endpoint crash reports for references to mp110009.sys.
- Check vendor release notes or support channels for remediation status.
- Verify local privilege controls on systems where the driver is present.
Public sources used
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- Known Exploited
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CVSS and timeline data
No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://github.com/ZhiyuanWang-Chengdu-Qihoo360/Micropoint_POC/tree/master/mp110009/0x80000170CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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