CVE-2010-2991

The IICAClient interface in the ICAClient library in the ICA Client ActiveX Object (aka ICO) component in Citrix Online Plug-in for Windows for XenApp &…

published August 11, 2010

CVSS
—
EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted HTML document can unleash chaos — allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code with a simple click! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter serves a dish that someone else prepared without checking the ingredients. If the dish is tainted, it could spoil the entire dining experience! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run harmful code on your system, potentially leading to data theft or system crashes. If they trigger memory corruption, it could cause a denial of service, leaving your environment vulnerable and unresponsive. Imagine your systems going down just when you need them the most!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter serves a dish that someone else prepared without checking the ingredients. If the dish is tainted, it could spoil the entire dining experience! This vulnerability in the ICAClient library allows attackers to exploit a flaw in the IICAClient interface, which can be triggered by a malicious .ICA file embedded in an HTML document, resulting in arbitrary code execution or memory corruption.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run harmful code on your system, potentially leading to data theft or system crashes. If they trigger memory corruption, it could cause a denial of service, leaving your environment vulnerable and unresponsive. Imagine your systems going down just when you need them the most! To mitigate this risk, ensure you update your Citrix Online Plug-in for Windows to version 12.0.3 or later. Additionally, consider restricting the loading of untrusted documents and enabling stricter security configurations. Regularly audit your ActiveX settings to maintain robust defenses! You've got this! By taking these actions, you’re on your way to securing your systems like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06849 · 94.0th percentile
Published
2010-08-11T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 AUG 19:00Z
    The IICAClient interface in the ICAClient library in the ICA Client ActiveX Object (aka ICO) component in Citrix Online Plug-in for Windows for XenApp &…
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