CVE-2011-2013: Integer Overflow

Published Nov 8, 2011
·
Updated

Integer overflow in the TCP/IP implementation in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a sequence of crafted UDP packets to a closed port, aka "Reference Counter Overflow Vulnerability."

Affected Software

10 affected components
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Nov 8, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2013?

CVE-2011-2013 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2013?

To fix CVE-2011-2013, apply the latest security update provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

3

Which systems are vulnerable to CVE-2011-2013?

CVE-2011-2013 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 and their respective service packs.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2011-2013 enable?

CVE-2011-2013 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending crafted UDP packets to a closed port.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2011-2013 for system administrators?

System administrators must ensure their systems are updated to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2011-2013.

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