CVE-2010-2740
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CVE-2010-2740 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The OpenType Font (OTF) format driver in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2 does not properly perform memory allocation during font parsing, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "OpenType Font Parsing Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 1.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The OpenType Font (OTF) format driver in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2 does not properly perform memory allocation during font parsing, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "OpenType Font Parsing Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2003 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions | Sp3 |
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-285A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-285A.htmlUS Government Resource
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