CVE-2010-2568 - Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2010-2568
Microsoft | Windows
- Date Added:
- 2022-09-15
- Due Date:
- 2022-10-06
- Vulnerability Name
Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Description
Microsoft Windows incorrectly parses shortcuts in such a way that malicious code may be executed when the operating system displays the icon of a malicious shortcut file. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could execute code as the logged-on user.
- Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
- Action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
- Additional Notes
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-046; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-2568
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