CVE-2013-3181: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 14, 2013
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Updated

usp10.dll in the Unicode Scripts Processor in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Windows Server 2003 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted OpenType font, aka "Uniscribe Font Parsing Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

Event History

Aug 14, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3181?

CVE-2013-3181 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3181?

To fix CVE-2013-3181, install the security update provided by Microsoft for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2013-3181?

CVE-2013-3181 affects users running Windows XP SP2, Windows XP SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-3181?

CVE-2013-3181 is a memory corruption vulnerability associated with the OpenType font parsing in Windows.

5

Can CVE-2013-3181 be exploited by attackers?

Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2013-3181 by using crafted OpenType fonts to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

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