CVE-2010-0026: Input Validation

Published Feb 10, 2010
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Updated

The Hyper-V server implementation in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, and R2 on the x64 platform allows guest OS users to cause a denial of service (host OS hang) via a crafted application that executes a malformed series of machine instructions, aka "Hyper-V Instruction Set Validation Vulnerability."

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Event History

Feb 10, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0026?

CVE-2010-0026 has a critical severity rating due to its ability to cause a denial of service on the host operating system.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0026?

To fix CVE-2010-0026, apply the security updates provided in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS10-010.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2010-0026?

CVE-2010-0026 affects Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, and R2 on the x64 platform.

4

What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2010-0026?

CVE-2010-0026 enables guest OS users to execute malicious applications that can cause the host OS to hang.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2010-0026?

There are currently no official workarounds for CVE-2010-0026; patching is the recommended solution.

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