CVE-2010-0487: Input Validation
First published: Wed Apr 14 2010(Updated: )
The Authenticode Signature verification functionality in cabview.dll in Cabinet File Viewer Shell Extension 5.1, 6.0, and 6.1 in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, and R2, and Windows 7 does not properly use unspecified fields in a file digest, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a modified cabinet (aka .CAB) file that incorrectly appears to have a valid signature, aka "Cabview Corruption Validation Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2010-0487?
CVE-2010-0487 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
How can I mitigate CVE-2010-0487?
To mitigate CVE-2010-0487, ensure that you apply the relevant security updates and patches provided by Microsoft.
Which Microsoft operating systems are affected by CVE-2010-0487?
CVE-2010-0487 affects several Windows versions including Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Server 2003, and Server 2008.
Is CVE-2010-0487 a critical vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2010-0487 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
What is the first step in addressing CVE-2010-0487?
The first step in addressing CVE-2010-0487 is to identify if your system is running an affected version of Windows.
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