CVE-2010-0027: Code Injection

Published Jan 22, 2010
·
Updated

The URL validation functionality in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 6, 6 SP1, 7 and 8, and the ShellExecute API function in Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, and Server 2003 SP2, does not properly process input parameters, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary local programs via a crafted URL, aka "URL Validation Vulnerability."

Affected Software

68 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.01-sp4
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8.0.6001
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0.5730-unknown
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0.5730.11
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.5730.1100
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.6000.16386
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.6000.16441
All of the following
Any of the following
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8.0.6001
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of the following
Any of the following
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0.5730-unknown
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0.5730.11
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.5730.1100
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.6000.16386
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.00.6000.16441
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2

Event History

Jan 22, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:20 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0027?

CVE-2010-0027 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to execute arbitrary local programs on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0027?

To fix CVE-2010-0027, users should apply the latest security updates or patches provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer and Windows operating systems.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2010-0027?

CVE-2010-0027 affects various versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer up to version 8 and several Windows operating systems including Windows 2000, XP, and Server 2003.

4

Can CVE-2010-0027 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-0027 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute malicious code without physical access to the system.

5

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2010-0027?

Exploiting CVE-2010-0027 can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and control over the affected systems.

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