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CVE-2013-0004: Input Validation

First published: Wed Jan 09 2013(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."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=1.0-sp3
Any of
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=1.1-sp1
Any of
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=2.0-sp2
Any of
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.0
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5
Any of
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows Server
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5.1
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
All of
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.5
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=1.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=1.1-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.0
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework 4=4.5
Microsoft Windows RT

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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