CVE-2010-4398—Microsoft Windows Kernel Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

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2022-03-28 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2010-4398
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Windows
Date Added:
2022-03-28
Due Date:
2022-04-21
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Kernel Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the RtlQueryRegistryValues function in win32k.sys in Microsoft Windows allows local users to gain privileges, and bypass the User Account Control (UAC) feature.

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-2010-4398

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