CVE-2009-2513: Input Validation

Published 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."

Affected Software

19 affected components

Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=gold

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

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

Event History

Nov 11, 2009

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Description

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.