CVE-2010-0232—Microsoft Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability

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2022-03-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2010-0232
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Windows
Date Added:
2022-03-03
Due Date:
2022-03-24
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability

Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows, when access to 16-bit applications is enabled on a 32-bit x86 platform, does not properly validate certain BIOS calls, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-0232

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