Is CVE-2010-3962 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2010-3962 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2010-3962 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2010-3962 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2010-3962?

CVE-2010-3962 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2010-3962

Published: October 6, 2025

EPSS:87.03%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.4th

Official Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer contains an uninitialized memory corruption vulnerability that could allow for remote code execution. The impacted product could be end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue product utilization.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Uninitialized Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2025-10-06Federal patch deadline: 2025-10-27

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

Microsoft Internet Explorer contains an uninitialized memory corruption vulnerability that could allow for remote code execution. The very high EPSS score of 0.87030 indicates a strong likelihood of exploitation, and its inclusion in CISA's KEV confirms active exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. Users should discontinue use of this end-of-life product.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. The memory corruption flaw allows for remote code execution, making it remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Users should immediately discontinue the use of Microsoft Internet Explorer as it is an end-of-life product. Migrate to a supported and secure web browser.

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-2010-3962 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-2010-3962 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.