CVE-2010-2568 - Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Project:Microsoft
Product:Windows
Date Added:2022-09-15Due 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
