CVE-2010-1898:The Common Language Runtime (CLR) in Microsoft .NET Framework and Microsoft Silverlight on Windows and Mac OS X has a vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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The Common Language Runtime (CLR) in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5 SP1, and 3.5.1, and Microsoft Silverlight 2 and 3 before 3.0.50611.0 on Windows and before 3.0.41130.0 on Mac OS X, does not properly handle interfaces and delegations to virtual methods. This vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP), a crafted ASP.NET application, or a crafted .NET Framework application. This issue is also known as "Microsoft Silverlight and Microsoft .NET Framework CLR Virtual Method Delegate Vulnerability."

Overview

The vulnerability lies in the improper handling of interfaces and delegations to virtual methods by the Common Language Runtime (CLR) in Microsoft .NET Framework and Microsoft Silverlight. This could potentially allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted applications. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft .NET Framework and Microsoft Silverlight on both Windows and Mac OS X.

Remediation

Users are advised to apply the updates provided by Microsoft to mitigate this vulnerability. The updates can be found in the Microsoft Security Bulletin MS10-060. It is also recommended to always keep your software up-to-date to avoid such vulnerabilities.

References

  1. US-CERT Technical Alert TA10-222A: http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-222A.html
  2. Microsoft Security Bulletin MS10-060: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-060
  3. OVAL Definition oval:org.mitre.oval:def:12033: https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A12033

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  4. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  5. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  6. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  7. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  8. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  9. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  10. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  11. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  12. Construction
    Construction
  13. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  14. Information
    Information
  15. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  16. Mining
    Mining
  17. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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