CVE-2010-0238

Name: CVE-2010-0238
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-04-14T16:00:01.507+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.10%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-0238 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in registry-key validation in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, and Vista Gold allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Registry Key Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 2.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in registry-key validation in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, and Vista Gold allows local users to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Registry Key Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.10%

79.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 2000	All versions	Sp4
Microsoft	Windows Xp	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows 2003 Server	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2003	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Vista	All versions	—

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 14, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-0238?

How severe is CVE-2010-0238?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0238 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0238?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST