Vulnerability Description
The SfnINSTRING function in win32k.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, and Server 2003 allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a 0x18d value in the second argument (aka the Msg argument) of a PostMessage function call for the DDEMLEvent window.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2003 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39456Vendor Advisory
- http://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/Windows-denials-of-service-of-win32k-sys-9607Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/510886/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39631Exploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39456Vendor Advisory
- http://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/Windows-denials-of-service-of-win32k-sys-9607Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/510886/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39631Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1734?
CVE-2010-1734 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The SfnINSTRING function in win32k.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, and Server 2003 allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a 0x18d value in the second argum...
How severe is CVE-2010-1734?
CVE-2010-1734 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1734?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Xp.