Vulnerability Description
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in IBM Lotus Notes 8.5 allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) nnoteswc.dll or (2) nlsxbe.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .vcf, .vcs, or .ics file. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Lotus Notes | 8.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41223Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41223Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-5251?
CVE-2010-5251 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in IBM Lotus Notes 8.5 allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) nnoteswc.dll or (2) nlsxbe.dll file in the current working directory, ...
How severe is CVE-2010-5251?
CVE-2010-5251 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-2010-5251?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Lotus Notes.