MEDIUM
CVE-2010-3741
CWE-310Published: October 5, 2010· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
4.7
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The offline backup mechanism in Research In Motion (RIM) BlackBerry Desktop Software uses single-iteration PBKDF2, which makes it easier for local users to decrypt a .ipd file via a brute-force attack.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2010-3741 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityM
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityC
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
rim1 product(s)
blackberry desktop software
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2010-3741
CVSS Score4.7 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-310
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 5, 2010
Related CVEs (CWE-310)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2010-3741 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.