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ID:957 - Exploit for Improper input validation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2010-2744
ID:957 - Exploit for Improper input validation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2010-2744
Published: March 18, 2020
Vulnerability identifier: #VU5544
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2010-2744
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in Win32k.sys driver when validating window class data. A local user can execute arbitrary code on the target system with SYSTEM privileges.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow an attacker to escalate privileges on vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.