CVE-2013-1638: Code Injection

Published Feb 8, 2013
·
Updated

Opera before 12.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted clipPaths in an SVG document.

Affected Software

8 affected components
opera Opera Browser<=12.12
opera Opera Browser=12.00
opera Opera Browser=12.00-beta
opera Opera Browser=12.01
opera Opera Browser=12.02
opera Opera Browser=12.10
opera Opera Browser=12.10-beta
opera Opera Browser=12.11

Event History

Feb 8, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1638?

CVE-2013-1638 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1638?

To mitigate CVE-2013-1638, update the Opera browser to version 12.13 or later.

3

Which versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2013-1638?

CVE-2013-1638 affects Opera versions prior to 12.13, including 12.00, 12.01, 12.02, 12.10, 12.11, and 12.12.

4

Is it possible to exploit CVE-2013-1638 remotely?

Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2013-1638 remotely through specially crafted SVG documents.

5

What kind of attacks can CVE-2013-1638 enable?

CVE-2013-1638 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.

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