CVE-2010-1255: Code Injection
First published: Tue Jun 08 2010(Updated: )
The Windows kernel-mode drivers in win32k.sys in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1 and SP2, Server 2008 Gold and SP2, Windows 7, and Server 2008 R2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to "glyph outline information" and TrueType fonts, aka "Win32k TrueType Font Parsing Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1255?
CVE-2010-1255 has a severity rating of critical due to its ability to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1255?
To fix CVE-2010-1255, users should update their Microsoft Windows operating system to the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
What is the impact of CVE-2010-1255 on affected systems?
CVE-2010-1255 can potentially allow an attacker to take full control of the affected system, compromising system integrity and confidentiality.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2010-1255?
CVE-2010-1255 affects various versions including Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows 7, and Server 2008 R2.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-1255 if I cannot apply the patch?
There is currently no known workaround for CVE-2010-1255; the best mitigation is to apply security updates as they become available.
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