Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Opera before 10.62 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse dwmapi.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .htm, .mht, .mhtml, .xht, .xhtm, or .xhtl file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera | <= 10.61 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41083Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/14732Exploit
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/windows/1062/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/970/Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41083Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/14732Exploit
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/windows/1062/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/970/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-5227?
CVE-2010-5227 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Untrusted search path vulnerability in Opera before 10.62 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse dwmapi.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that...
How severe is CVE-2010-5227?
CVE-2010-5227 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-5227?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera.