CVE-2010-0815 is a vulnerability that affects the Windows kernel in Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. The flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially leading to a complete compromise of affected systems. The vulnerability is caused by an integer overflow in the kernel's handling of system calls, which can be triggered by sending specially crafted input to a vulnerable system.
The vulnerability was first reported on March 22, 2010, and a patch was released by Microsoft on April 13, 2010, as part of its monthly security updates. The vulnerability was rated as "critical" by Microsoft, indicating that it posed a significant risk to users of affected systems. It was also assigned a base score of 9.3 out of 10 by the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS), making it a highly severe vulnerability.
Exploits targeting CVE-2010-0815 were discovered in the wild shortly after the vulnerability was disclosed, highlighting the importance of promptly patching known vulnerabilities. Attackers can use exploits to gain access to sensitive data or systems, disrupt operations, or launch attacks on other targets. Therefore, organizations should prioritize patching known vulnerabilities to minimize their attack surface and reduce the risk of successful attacks.