CVE-2010-4701: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 20, 2011
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the CDrawPoly::Serialize function in fxscover.exe in Microsoft Windows Fax Services Cover Page Editor 5.2 r2 in Windows XP Professional SP3, Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition SP2, and Windows 7 Professional allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long record in a Fax Cover Page (.cov) file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2_sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows 7

Event History

Jan 20, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4701?

CVE-2010-4701 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-4701?

To fix CVE-2010-4701, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected operating systems.

3

What are the affected systems by CVE-2010-4701?

CVE-2010-4701 affects Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Server 2003 R2 SP2, and Windows 7 Professional.

4

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2010-4701?

CVE-2010-4701 can be exploited through a heap-based buffer overflow leading to arbitrary code execution.

5

Is CVE-2010-4701 exploit-related to any specific application?

Yes, CVE-2010-4701 pertains to a vulnerability in the CDrawPoly::Serialize function within fxscover.exe.

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