CVE-2010-0278
First published: Tue Jan 12 2010(Updated: )
A certain ActiveX control in msgsc.14.0.8089.726.dll in Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009 build 14.0.8089.726 on Windows Vista and Windows 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (msnmsgr.exe crash) by calling the ViewProfile method with a crafted argument during an MSN Messenger session.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft MSN Messenger | =2009 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-0278?
CVE-2010-0278 has a severity level that allows remote attackers to crash the msnmsgr.exe process.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0278?
To fix CVE-2010-0278, you should update Microsoft Windows Live Messenger to the latest version available.
What software is affected by CVE-2010-0278?
CVE-2010-0278 affects Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009 running on Windows Vista and Windows 7.
Can CVE-2010-0278 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-0278 can be exploited remotely by invoking the ViewProfile method with crafted arguments.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-0278?
A possible workaround for CVE-2010-0278 is to restrict access to the affected version of Microsoft Windows Live Messenger until updates are applied.
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