CVE-2013-0078: Input Validation

First published: Tue Apr 09 2013(Updated: )

The Microsoft Antimalware Client in Windows Defender on Windows 8 and Windows RT uses an incorrect pathname for MsMpEng.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Microsoft Antimalware Improper Pathname Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

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