Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Windows kernel privilege-escalation flaw. An attacker who already has local low-privilege access on certain 32-bit Windows systems could become highly privileged. It is not a remote entry point by itself, but CISA KEV status means it has been observed exploited and should not remain unpatched on legacy assets. Exposure is most likely on legacy 32-bit Windows endpoints or servers, especially Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Windows 7, and Server 2008 systems that still allow 16-bit applications or NTVDM. Modern 64-bit-only fleets are less likely exposed, based on the stated 32-bit x86 condition. Treat this as high priority for any remaining legacy 32-bit Windows estate. It will not usually start an intrusion alone, but it can turn a limited foothold into full system compromise. KEV status makes delayed remediation difficult to justify. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft security update MS10-015 where applicable.; Disable 16-bit application support or NTVDM where business permits.; Upgrade or retire affected legacy Windows systems..
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS10-015CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- ms-win-gptrap-privilege-escalation(55742)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:8344CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2010-0232CVE reference · government-resource
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