CVE-2010-0810: Medium severity Microsoft Windows Server 2008 vulnerability

Published Apr 14, 2010
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Updated

The kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Windows Server 2008 Gold and SP2, does not properly handle unspecified exceptions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability."

Affected Software

14 affected components
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Apr 14, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:44 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0810?

CVE-2010-0810 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0810?

To fix CVE-2010-0810, it is advised to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2010-0810?

CVE-2010-0810 affects Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 in various Service Pack versions.

4

What can be exploited in CVE-2010-0810?

CVE-2010-0810 can be exploited by local users to cause a system reboot through a crafted application.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-0810?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2010-0810; the best protection is to install the patch from Microsoft.

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