CVE-2010-0233: Double Free

Published Feb 10, 2010
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Updated

Double free vulnerability in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Double Free Vulnerability."

Affected Software

13 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2-x32
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

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
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0233?

CVE-2010-0233 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation in affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0233?

To fix CVE-2010-0233, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.

3

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2010-0233?

CVE-2010-0233 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2.

4

Can local users exploit CVE-2010-0233?

Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2010-0233 through a crafted application to gain elevated privileges.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-0233 before applying a patch?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2010-0233; applying the security patch is recommended for protection.

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