CVE-2010-5157: Race Condition

Published Aug 25, 2012
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Updated

Race condition in Comodo Internet Security before 4.1.149672.916 on Windows XP allows local users to bypass kernel-mode hook handlers, and execute dangerous code that would otherwise be blocked by a handler but not blocked by signature-based malware detection, via certain user-space memory changes during hook-handler execution, aka an argument-switch attack or a KHOBE attack.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Comodo Comodo Internet Security<=4.0.141842.828
Microsoft Windows XP

Event History

Aug 25, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
09:55 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-5157?

CVE-2010-5157 has a severity rating that is considered high due to its ability to allow local users to execute dangerous code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-5157?

To address CVE-2010-5157, upgrade to Comodo Internet Security version 4.1.149672.916 or higher.

3

Which versions of Comodo Internet Security are affected by CVE-2010-5157?

CVE-2010-5157 affects Comodo Internet Security versions up to and including 4.0.141842.828.

4

What conditions lead to exploitation of CVE-2010-5157?

Exploitation of CVE-2010-5157 occurs through a race condition that allows bypassing kernel-mode hook handlers.

5

Does CVE-2010-5157 affect Windows XP?

Yes, CVE-2010-5157 affects users running Comodo Internet Security on Windows XP.

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