CVE-2010-5163: Race Condition

Published Aug 25, 2012
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Updated

DISPUTED Race condition in Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 9.0.0.736 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. NOTE: this issue is disputed by some third parties because it is a flaw in a protection mechanism for situations where a crafted program has already begun to execute.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Kaspersky Kaspersky Internet Security 2010=9.0.0.736
Microsoft Windows XP
All of the following
Kaspersky Kaspersky Internet Security 2010=9.0.0.736
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
Disputed
09:55 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-5163?

CVE-2010-5163 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow execution of dangerous code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-5163?

To mitigate CVE-2010-5163, it is recommended to upgrade to a more recent version of Kaspersky Internet Security that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2010-5163?

CVE-2010-5163 affects users of Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 version 9.0.0.736 running on Windows XP systems.

4

What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-2010-5163?

CVE-2010-5163 enables local attackers to bypass kernel-mode hook handlers, potentially allowing the execution of malware.

5

Is CVE-2010-5163 under dispute?

Yes, CVE-2010-5163 is marked as disputed, indicating there may be differing opinions on its impact or exploitability.

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