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CVE-2010-3886

UnknownEPSS 16.80%

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CVE-2010-3886 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The CTimeoutEventList::InsertIntoTimeoutList function in Microsoft mshtml.dll uses a certain pointer value as part of producing Timer ID values for the setTimeout and setInterval methods in VBScript and JScript, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about the heap memory addresses used by an application, as demonstrated by the Internet Explorer 8 application.. EPSS estimates a 16.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The CTimeoutEventList::InsertIntoTimeoutList function in Microsoft mshtml.dll uses a certain pointer value as part of producing Timer ID values for the setTimeout and setInterval methods in VBScript and JScript, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about the heap memory addresses used by an application, as demonstrated by the Internet Explorer 8 application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
16.80%

96.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-3886?
The CTimeoutEventList::InsertIntoTimeoutList function in Microsoft mshtml.dll uses a certain pointer value as part of producing Timer ID values for the setTimeout and setInterval methods in VBScript and JScript, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about the heap memory addresses used by an application, as demonstrated by the Internet Explorer 8 application.
How severe is CVE-2010-3886?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-3886 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3886?
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