CVE-2010-5299: Stack-based buffer overflow in MicroP 0.1.1.1600 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a craft

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MEDIUM 6.8DOWNGRADE

CVE-2010-5299 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting microp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Stack-based buffer overflow in MicroP 0.1.1.1600 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .mppl file. NOTE: it has been reported that the overflow is in the lpFileName parameter of the CreateFileA function, but the overflow is probably caused by a separate, unnamed function.

Why this priority

EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited
Public exploit reference

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	6.8 (Medium)
EPSS exploit chance	33.6% (top 2%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-119
Published	2014-05-23
Last modified	2026-06-16

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: microp project

Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2014-05-23 00:55 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-16 23:26 UTCUpdated Record last modified

microp project microp DOWNGRADE

Affected: 0.1.1.1600

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 0.1.1.1600

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy microp || rpm -q microp || microp --version

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 0.1.1.1600 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison microp sudo apt install microp=<VERSION_BEFORE_0.1.1.1600> sudo apt-mark hold microp

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list microp sudo dnf downgrade microp-<VERSION_BEFORE_0.1.1.1600> sudo dnf versionlock add microp

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

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: MicroP 0.1.1.1600 - '.mppl' Local Stack Buffer Overflow
Exploit-DB: MicroP 0.1.1.1600 - '.mppl' Local Stack Buffer Overflow (Metasploit)
Exploit-DB: MicroP 0.1.1.1600 - 'mppl' Local Buffer Overflow
Metasploit: MicroP 0.1.1.1600 (MPPL File) Stack Buffer Overflow

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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-2010-5299?

microp: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2010-5299 being exploited?

CVE-2010-5299 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-2010-5299 affect?

CVE-2010-5299 affects microp. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). Stack-based buffer overflow in MicroP 0.1.1.1600 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .mppl file. NOTE: it has been reported that the overflow is in the lpFileName parameter of the CreateFileA function, but the o

How urgent is CVE-2010-5299?

Priority 53/100. EPSS top 2%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference

References

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