CVE-2010-0805

CVE-2010-0805 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 81% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Description

The Tabular Data Control (TDC) ActiveX control in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4, 6 on Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and 6 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL (DataURL parameter) that triggers memory corruption in the CTDCCtl::SecurityCHeckDataURL function, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0805?
The Tabular Data Control (TDC) ActiveX control in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4, 6 on Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and 6 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL (DataURL parameter) that triggers memory corruption in the CTDCCtl::SecurityCHeckDataURL function, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2010-0805?
CVE-2010-0805 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2010-0805 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 81% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-0805?
CVE-2010-0805 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0805?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-0805 published?
CVE-2010-0805 was published on 2010-03-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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