CVE-2010-1887: Input Validation
First published: Wed Aug 11 2010(Updated: )
The Windows kernel-mode drivers in win32k.sys in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold, SP2, and R2, and Windows 7 do not properly validate an unspecified system-call argument, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system hang) via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Bounds Checking Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1887?
CVE-2010-1887 is rated as high severity due to its potential for causing a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1887?
To fix CVE-2010-1887, you should apply the appropriate security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected operating system.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2010-1887?
CVE-2010-1887 affects Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, Windows Server 2003 SP2, and Windows 7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-1887?
CVE-2010-1887 is a vulnerability in the Windows kernel-mode drivers that can lead to local denial of service.
Can CVE-2010-1887 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2010-1887 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.
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