critical
9.3
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2010-3958: Input Validation

First published: Wed Apr 13 2011(Updated: )

The x86 JIT compiler in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5 SP1, 3.5.1, and 4.0 does not properly compile function calls, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP), (2) a crafted ASP.NET application, or (3) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka ".NET Framework Stack Corruption Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.0
Any of
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5.1
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
All of
Any of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5-sp1
Any of
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.0
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5.1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5-sp1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-3958?

    CVE-2010-3958 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-3958?

    To mitigate CVE-2010-3958, install the latest Microsoft security updates for the .NET Framework.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-3958?

    CVE-2010-3958 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 2.0 SP2, 3.5 SP1, 3.5.1, and 4.0.

  • What type of attack is possible with CVE-2010-3958?

    CVE-2010-3958 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code through crafted XAML browser applications or ASP.NET applications.

  • Is it necessary to use a firewall with CVE-2010-3958?

    While a firewall can provide additional protection, the key mitigative action for CVE-2010-3958 is applying relevant software patches.

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