CVE-2010-0476: Critical severity Microsoft Windows 7 vulnerability
The SMB client in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Windows Server 2008 Gold and SP2 allows remote SMB servers and man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and reboot) via a crafted SMB transaction response that uses (1) SMBv1 or (2) SMBv2, aka "SMB Client Response Parsing Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-0476?
CVE-2010-0476 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0476?
To fix CVE-2010-0476, apply the appropriate security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected operating systems.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2010-0476?
CVE-2010-0476 affects Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, and Windows Server 2008 in various service pack versions.
What types of attacks does CVE-2010-0476 allow?
CVE-2010-0476 allows remote SMB servers and man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption.
Is CVE-2010-0476 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2010-0476 is classified as a remote vulnerability, allowing attacks over a network.