CVE-2013-1344: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 11 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 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Multiple Fetch Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1342, CVE-2013-1343, CVE-2013-3864, and CVE-2013-3865.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| 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-2013-1344?
CVE-2013-1344 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1344?
To fix CVE-2013-1344, update the affected Microsoft Windows systems with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-1344?
CVE-2013-1344 affects Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows RT.
Can CVE-2013-1344 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2013-1344 cannot be exploited remotely, as it requires local user access to the system.
What type of attack does CVE-2013-1344 facilitate?
CVE-2013-1344 facilitates a privilege escalation attack, allowing local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
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