CVE-2013-2558: Critical severity microsoft windows 8.0 vulnerability

Published Mar 13, 2013
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) or possibly have unknown other impact via a crafted TrueType Font (TTF) file, as demonstrated by the 120612-69701-01.dmp error report.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8

Event History

Mar 13, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2558?

The severity of CVE-2013-2558 is classified as medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-2558?

To fix CVE-2013-2558, ensure that your Microsoft Windows 8 system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2013-2558?

CVE-2013-2558 affects both the x86 and x64 versions of Microsoft Windows 8.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2013-2558 enable?

CVE-2013-2558 potentially enables remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack through a crafted TrueType Font file.

5

Are there any known exploits for CVE-2013-2558?

Yes, there are indications that CVE-2013-2558 can be exploited through specially crafted TrueType Font files, as shown in certain error reports.

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