Vulnerability 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."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2003 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/100113218
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-285A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-07
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://support.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/100113218
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-285A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-07
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-2740?
CVE-2010-2740 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). 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 privileg...
How severe is CVE-2010-2740?
CVE-2010-2740 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-2740?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Xp.