CVE-2010-1970
First published: Thu Jul 15 2010(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in HP Insight Software Installer for Windows before 6.1 allows local users to read or modify data, and consequently gain privileges, via unknown vectors.
Credit: hp-security-alert@hp.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HP Insight Software Installer | <=6.0 | |
| HP Insight Software Installer | =3.00 | |
| HP Insight Software Installer | =3.10 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1970?
CVE-2010-1970 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability that can lead to privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1970?
To mitigate CVE-2010-1970, upgrade HP Insight Software Installer to version 6.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-1970?
CVE-2010-1970 affects local users of HP Insight Software Installer for Windows versions 6.0 and below, including versions 3.00 and 3.10.
What impact does CVE-2010-1970 have?
CVE-2010-1970 allows local users to read or modify data which can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-1970?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2010-1970; upgrading to the latest version is the recommended approach.
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