What is the severity of CVE-2013-1252?

CVE-2013-1252 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2013-1252?

To fix CVE-2013-1252, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-1252?

CVE-2013-1252 affects Windows XP SP2/SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7.

Can CVE-2013-1252 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2013-1252 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-1252?

Exploitation of CVE-2013-1252 can allow a local user to read the contents of arbitrary kernel memory and gain elevated privileges.

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CVE-2013-1252

medium

4.9

CWE

362

13/2/2013

7/12/2023

CVE-2013-1252: Race Condition

First published: Wed Feb 13 2013(Updated: )

Race condition in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows local users to gain privileges, and consequently read the contents of arbitrary kernel memory locations, via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than other CVEs listed in MS13-016.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1252?
CVE-2013-1252 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1252?
To fix CVE-2013-1252, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-1252?
CVE-2013-1252 affects Windows XP SP2/SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7.
Can CVE-2013-1252 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2013-1252 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-1252?
Exploitation of CVE-2013-1252 can allow a local user to read the contents of arbitrary kernel memory and gain elevated privileges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1252?
CVE-2013-1252 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1252?
To fix CVE-2013-1252, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-1252?
CVE-2013-1252 affects Windows XP SP2/SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7.
Can CVE-2013-1252 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2013-1252 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-1252?
Exploitation of CVE-2013-1252 can allow a local user to read the contents of arbitrary kernel memory and gain elevated privileges.