Is CVE-2010-0232 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2010-0232 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2010-0232 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2010-0232 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2010-0232?

CVE-2010-0232 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2010-0232

Published: March 3, 2022

EPSS:72.62%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.7th

Official Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows, when access to 16-bit applications is enabled on a 32-bit x86 platform, does not properly validate certain BIOS calls, which allows local users to gain privileges.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Kernel Exception Handler Vulnerability

The kernel in Microsoft Windows, when access to 16-bit applications is enabled on a 32-bit x86 platform, does not properly validate certain BIOS calls, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Added to KEV: 2022-03-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-03-24

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in Microsoft Windows allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges by exploiting how the kernel handles 16-bit application BIOS calls. The high EPSS score of 0.72621 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited in the past.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in the KEV catalog. This indicates a proven method for attackers to leverage this flaw.

Recommended Action

To mitigate this risk, ensure that your Microsoft Windows systems are kept up-to-date with the latest security patches. Consider disabling 16-bit application support on 32-bit x86 platforms if not essential for operations.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2010-0232 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2010-0232 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.