CVE-2010-3889

CVE-2010-3889 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Windows on 32-bit platforms allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, as exploited in the wild in July 2010 by the Stuxnet worm, and identified by Microsoft researchers and other researchers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-3889?
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Windows on 32-bit platforms allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, as exploited in the wild in July 2010 by the Stuxnet worm, and identified by Microsoft researchers and other researchers.
How severe is CVE-2010-3889?
CVE-2010-3889 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-3889 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-3889?
CVE-2010-3889 affects Microsoft Windows. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3889?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-3889 published?
CVE-2010-3889 was published on 2010-10-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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