Is CVE-2010-5195 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2010-5195, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2010-5195 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2010-5195 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2010-5195?

CVE-2010-5195 has a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2010-5195

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: September 6, 2012· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

6.9

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Roxio MyDVD 9 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse HomeUtils9.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .dmsd or .dmsm file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2010-5195 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.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2010-5195. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.