PatchTheCVECVE-2010-5227: Untrusted search path vulnerability in Opera before 10.62 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan h
CVE-2010-5227 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.9) affecting opera. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Opera before 10.62 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse dwmapi.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .htm, .mht, .mhtml, .xht, .xhtm, or .xhtl file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.9 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 38%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2012-09-07 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: Opera 10.61 - 'dwmapi.dll' DLL Hijacking
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2010-5227?
opera: upgrade to newer than 10.61. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2010-5227 being exploited?
CVE-2010-5227 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2010-5227 affect?
CVE-2010-5227 affects opera. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.9). Untrusted search path vulnerability in Opera before 10.62 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse dwmapi.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .htm, .mht, .mhtml, .xht, .x
How urgent is CVE-2010-5227?
Priority 45/100. Public exploit reference
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