CVE-2023-1453

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Watchdog Anti-Virus version 1.4.214.0

Description A critical issue has been found, affecting the function in the library wsdk-driver.sys of the component IoControlCode Handler, leading to improper access controls. The manipulation requires a local attack. The issue has been publicly disclosed and may be exploited.

Recommendations For Watchdog Anti-Virus version 1.4.214.0, as a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the IoControlCode Handler component until a patch is available. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this issue.