CVE-2010-5162: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-5162: Race condition in G DATA TotalCare 2010 on Windows XP allows local users to bypass kernel-mode hook handler...

Race condition in G DATA TotalCare 2010 on Windows XP allows local users to bypass kernel-mode hook handlers, and execute dangerous code that would otherwise be blocked by a handler but not blocked by signature-based malware detection, via certain user-space memory changes during hook-handler execution, aka an argument-switch attack or a KHOBE attack. NOTE: this issue is disputed by some third parties because it is a flaw in a protection mechanism for situations where a crafted program has already begun to execute

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 02:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2010-5162 describes a disputed bypass in G DATA TotalCare 2010 on Windows XP. A locally running program could race the product’s kernel hook checks so code blocked by behavior hooks might still run if signatures missed it. It is not a remote-entry bug; it matters mainly for legacy XP endpoints relying on that product. Likely limited to Windows XP systems running G DATA TotalCare 2010. The bundle’s affected product and CPE fields are n/a, so broader product exposure is not established. Current environments are mainly exposed if they retain unsupported XP endpoints or archived images using this legacy security software. Low operational urgency for modern environments unless legacy Windows XP systems remain in production. The business risk is dependency on obsolete endpoint protection that may fail after local code execution. Prioritize discovery and retirement over emergency response unless affected systems are found. Mitigation focus: Identify any Windows XP endpoints or images using G DATA TotalCare 2010.; Check G DATA or vendor guidance for supported replacement or update paths.; Retire unsupported Windows XP systems where feasible..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 00:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 25, 2012, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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