CVE-2010-5184: Race Condition
DISPUTED Race condition in ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 9.1.507.000 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-5184?
CVE-2010-5184 is considered to have a moderate severity due to its potential to allow execution of dangerous code.
How do I fix CVE-2010-5184?
To fix CVE-2010-5184, update to a newer version of ZoneAlarm Extreme Security that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-5184?
CVE-2010-5184 specifically affects ZoneAlarm Extreme Security version 9.1.507.000 running on Windows XP.
Can CVE-2010-5184 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2010-5184 requires local user access to exploit, as it is related to a race condition.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2010-5184?
Exploiting CVE-2010-5184 could allow an attacker to bypass security mechanisms and execute malicious code.