(MS11-001) Vulnerability in Windows Backup Manager Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2478935)
Severity: HIGH
CVE Identifier: CVE-2010-3145
Advisory Date: FEB 10, 2011
DESCRIPTION
This security update resolves a vulnerability in Windows Backup Manager, which could allow remote code execution. The exploit works when a user�opens a legitimate Windows Backup Manager file located in the same directory as a specially crafted library file.�If the said user�visits an untrusted remote file system location or WebDAV share,�it could cause the Windows Backup Manager to load the specially crafted library file. More specifically, this security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the manner by which Windows Backup Manager loads external libraries.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
For information on patches specific to the affected software, please proceed to the Microsoft Web page.
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- 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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