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CVE-2010-0278

UnknownEPSS 8.31%

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CVE-2010-0278 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A certain ActiveX control in msgsc.14.0.8089.726.dll in Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009 build 14.0.8089.726 on Windows Vista and Windows 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (msnmsgr.exe crash) by calling the ViewProfile method with a crafted argument during an MSN Messenger session.. EPSS estimates a 8.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A certain ActiveX control in msgsc.14.0.8089.726.dll in Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009 build 14.0.8089.726 on Windows Vista and Windows 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (msnmsgr.exe crash) by calling the ViewProfile method with a crafted argument during an MSN Messenger session.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
8.31%

94.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Live Messenger2009

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-0278?
A certain ActiveX control in msgsc.14.0.8089.726.dll in Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009 build 14.0.8089.726 on Windows Vista and Windows 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (msnmsgr.exe crash) by calling the ViewProfile method with a crafted argument during an MSN Messenger session.
How severe is CVE-2010-0278?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0278 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0278?
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