CVE-2013-0004: Input Validation

Published Jan 9, 2013
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Updated

Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 SP3, 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, and 4.5 does not properly validate the permissions of objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (XBAP) or (2) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka "Double Construction Vulnerability."

Affected Software

80 affected components
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=1.0-sp3
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=1.1-sp1
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.0
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
All of the following
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=1.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft .NET Framework=1.1-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.0
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5
Microsoft Windows RT

Event History

Jan 9, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0004?

The severity of CVE-2013-0004 is rated as critical, as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-0004?

To fix CVE-2013-0004, Microsoft recommends upgrading to a later, non-vulnerable version of the .NET Framework.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2013-0004?

CVE-2013-0004 affects various versions of the Microsoft .NET Framework including 1.0 SP3, 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, and 4.5.

4

Can CVE-2013-0004 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2013-0004 can be exploited remotely via a crafted XAML browser application or a malicious .NET Framework application.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-0004?

The potential impacts of CVE-2013-0004 include unauthorized access, execution of arbitrary code, and possible system compromise.

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