CVE-2010-2568: Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Thu Jul 22 2010(Updated: )
Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1 and SP2, Server 2008 SP2 and R2, and Windows 7 allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) .LNK or (2) .PIF shortcut file, which is not properly handled during icon display in Windows Explorer, as demonstrated in the wild in July 2010, and originally reported for malware that leverages CVE-2010-2772 in Siemens WinCC SCADA systems.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| =sp2 | ||
| =sp2 | ||
| =r2 | ||
| =r2 | ||
| =sp1 | ||
| =sp2 | ||
| =sp2 | ||
| =sp3 | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Reference Links
- http://isc.sans.edu/diary.html?storyid=9181
- http://isc.sans.edu/diary.html?storyid=9190
- http://krebsonsecurity.com/2010/07/experts-warn-of-new-windows-shortcut-flaw/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40647
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1024216
- http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001986.html
- http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/new_rootkit_en.pdf
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/940193
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/2286198.mspx
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/41732
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-222A.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-046
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11564
- https://www.geoffchappell.com/notes/security/stuxnet/ctrlfldr.htm
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-046;
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-2568
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-2568?
CVE-2010-2568 is a Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability that allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK or .PIF shortcut file.
Which versions of Microsoft Windows are affected by CVE-2010-2568?
Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1 and SP2, Server 2008 SP2 and R2, and Windows 7 are affected by CVE-2010-2568.
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2568?
CVE-2010-2568 has a severity rating of 9.3 (Critical).
How can I fix CVE-2010-2568?
To fix CVE-2010-2568, Microsoft has released security updates. Refer to the Microsoft Security Advisory for more information.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2010-2568?
You can find more information about CVE-2010-2568 on the following websites: ISC SANS, Microsoft Technet Security Advisory, and SecurityTracker.
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