CVE-2009-2513: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 11 2009(Updated: )
The Graphics Device Interface (GDI) in win32k.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2 does not properly validate user-mode input, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Insufficient Data Validation Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2513?
CVE-2009-2513 has a critical severity level as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2513?
To fix CVE-2009-2513, apply the security updates released by Microsoft in September 2009.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2009-2513?
CVE-2009-2513 affects multiple versions including Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista, and Server 2008.
Can CVE-2009-2513 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2009-2513 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the machine.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2513?
CVE-2009-2513 is a privilege escalation vulnerability within the Graphics Device Interface in Windows.
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