CVE-2010-2553

Name: CVE-2010-2553
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-08-11T18:47:50.813+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 30.89%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-2553 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Cinepak codec in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, and Windows 7 does not properly decompress media files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Cinepak Codec Decompression Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 30.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Cinepak codec in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP1 and SP2, and Windows 7 does not properly decompress media files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Cinepak Codec Decompression Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

30.89%

98.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Vista	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Xp	All versions	Sp3

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 11, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-2553?

How severe is CVE-2010-2553?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-2553 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 30.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-2553?

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