7.2
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-1334: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed May 15 2013(Updated: )

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 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Window Handle Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
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-2013-1334?

    CVE-2013-1334 has a critical severity rating as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-1334?

    To fix CVE-2013-1334, apply the Microsoft security updates released in July 2013 for the affected Windows versions.

  • What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-1334?

    CVE-2013-1334 affects multiple versions including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, and Windows RT.

  • Can CVE-2013-1334 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2013-1334 is not a remotely exploitable vulnerability; it requires local access to the system.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-1334?

    There are no known workarounds for CVE-2013-1334; patching the system is the recommended action.

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