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CVE-2010-2561

UnknownEPSS 24.87%

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CVE-2010-2561 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft XML Core Services (aka MSXML) 3.0 does not properly handle HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted response, aka "Msxml2.XMLHTTP.3.0 Response Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 24.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft XML Core Services (aka MSXML) 3.0 does not properly handle HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted response, aka "Msxml2.XMLHTTP.3.0 Response Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
24.87%

97.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftXml Core Services3.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-2561?
Microsoft XML Core Services (aka MSXML) 3.0 does not properly handle HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted response, aka "Msxml2.XMLHTTP.3.0 Response Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2010-2561?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-2561 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 24.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2561?
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