CVE-2013-0081: Input Validation

Published Sep 11, 2013
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Updated

Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server 2003 SP3 and SharePoint Server 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1 and SP2, and 2013 do not properly process unassigned workflows, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (W3WP process hang) via a crafted URL, aka "SharePoint Denial of Service Vulnerability."

Affected Software

10 affected components
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2010-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2010-sp2
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013
Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server=2003-sp3
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2007-sp3
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2010-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2010-sp2
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2013
Microsoft SharePoint Services=2.0
Microsoft SharePoint Services=3.0

Event History

Sep 11, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0081?

CVE-2013-0081 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-0081?

To fix CVE-2013-0081, apply the appropriate updates and patches provided by Microsoft for the affected SharePoint versions.

3

Which versions of SharePoint are affected by CVE-2013-0081?

CVE-2013-0081 affects Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server 2003 SP3 and SharePoint Server versions 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1, 2010 SP2, and 2013.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2013-0081 allow?

CVE-2013-0081 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack that can hang the W3WP process.

5

Is CVE-2013-0081 specific to on-premises SharePoint deployments?

Yes, CVE-2013-0081 is specific to on-premises Microsoft SharePoint deployments.

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