CVE-2013-3167: High severity Microsoft Windows 7 vulnerability

Published Jul 10, 2013
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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, and Windows 7 SP1 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

10 affected components
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Jul 10, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3167?

CVE-2013-3167 is rated as important, indicating that it poses a significant risk to affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3167?

To fix CVE-2013-3167, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.

3

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-3167?

CVE-2013-3167 affects multiple versions including Windows XP SP2/SP3, Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows Server 2003/2008 SP2.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2013-3167 enable?

CVE-2013-3167 allows local users to gain elevated privileges on the system through crafted applications.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3167?

No official workarounds are recommended for CVE-2013-3167 besides applying the available software updates.

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