Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Windows Shell - MS10-046ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:1378 | Date: (C)2011-07-07 (M)2023-12-14 |
Class: PATCH | Family: windows |
The host is missing a Critical security update according to Microsoft security bulletin, MS10-046. The update is required to fix remote code execution vulnerability. A flaw is present in the Windows Shell, which fails to parse a malicious shortcut file and executes a malicious code when the operating system displays the icon of it. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to gain sensitive information such as same user rights as the logged-on user.
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows 7 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 |
Microsoft Windows Vista |
Microsoft Windows XP |