(MS10-050) Vulnerability in Windows Movie Maker Could Allow Remote Code Execution (981997)
Severity: HIGH
CVE Identifier: CVE-2010-2564
Advisory Date: FEB 04, 2011
DESCRIPTION
This security update addresses a privately reported vulnerability in Windows Movie Maker, which may allow remote code execution if an attacker convinces a user to open a specially crafted Movie Maker sent. Users whose accounts have limited user rights on the system could be less affected than users with administrative user rights.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Trend Micro Deep Security shields networks through Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) rules. Trend Micro customers using OfficeScan with Intrusion Defense Firewall (IDF) plugin are also protected from attacks using these vulnerabilities. Please refer to the filter number and filter name when applying appropriate DPI and/or IDF rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1004349
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Windows XP Service Pack 3
- Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Vista Service Pack 1 and Windows Vista Service Pack 2
- Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 1 and Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2
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