CVE-2013-3195: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 09 2013(Updated: )
The DSA_InsertItem function in Comctl32.dll in the Windows common control library in Microsoft Windows XP SP2, 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 does not properly allocate memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted value in an argument to an ASP.NET web application, aka "Comctl32 Integer Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2013/10/08/assessing-risk-for-the-october-2013-security-updates.aspx
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-288A
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-083
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18715
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3195?
CVE-2013-3195 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3195?
To fix CVE-2013-3195, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-3195?
CVE-2013-3195 affects multiple versions including Windows XP SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and various Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2013-3195 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-3195 can be exploited remotely, making it critical to address promptly.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3195 if immediate patching is not possible?
While there is no official workaround, restricting access to vulnerable components can help mitigate the risk of CVE-2013-3195.
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