MS.Windows.Media.Player.Invalid.Pointer.Operation

Release Date Apr 14, 2010
Severity critical
Impact System compromise Denial of service
Description This indicates a possible attack against an invalid-pointer-operation vulnerability in Windows Media Player. The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles an invalid pointer. This may lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service if properly exploited.
Affected Products Windows Media Player 9 Series
Recommended Actions Please refer to the vendor's advisory for updates or patches: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS10-027.mspx
Coverage IPS VCM
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) CVE-2010-0268
Reference/s http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/bulletin/ms10-027.mspx (MS-ID)

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