CVE-2010-0241: Code Injection

Published Feb 10, 2010
·
Updated

The TCP/IP implementation in Microsoft Windows Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2 and Server 2008 Gold and SP2, when IPv6 is enabled, does not properly perform bounds checking on ICMPv6 Route Information packets, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets, aka "ICMPv6 Route Information Vulnerability."

Affected Software

13 affected components
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=gold
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008

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-2010-0241?

CVE-2010-0241 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0241?

To fix CVE-2010-0241, ensure that you apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2010-0241?

CVE-2010-0241 affects Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008, specifically the Gold and SP2 versions.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2010-0241 involve?

CVE-2010-0241 involves remote attackers sending crafted ICMPv6 Route Information packets to exploit the vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2010-0241 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-0241 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

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