What is the severity of CVE-2010-0028?

CVE-2010-0028 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0028?

To fix CVE-2010-0028, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected software.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2010-0028?

CVE-2010-0028 affects Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP2.

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2010-0028?

CVE-2010-0028 is associated with attacks that involve executing arbitrary code through crafted JPEG files.

Can CVE-2010-0028 be exploited through email attachments?

Yes, CVE-2010-0028 can be exploited if a user opens a malicious JPEG file received via email.

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CVE-2010-0028

critical

9.3

CWE

189 190

10/2/2010

11/4/2025

CVE-2010-0028: Integer Overflow

First published: Wed Feb 10 2010(Updated: )

Integer overflow in Microsoft Paint in Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, and Server 2003 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPEG (.JPG) file, aka "MS Paint Integer Overflow Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000	=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp3
Microsoft Windows Server	=sp2
	=sp4
	=sp2
	=sp2
	=sp3
	=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0028?
CVE-2010-0028 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0028?
To fix CVE-2010-0028, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected software.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2010-0028?
CVE-2010-0028 affects Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP2.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2010-0028?
CVE-2010-0028 is associated with attacks that involve executing arbitrary code through crafted JPEG files.
Can CVE-2010-0028 be exploited through email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2010-0028 can be exploited if a user opens a malicious JPEG file received via email.

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