CVE-2013-3661: Path Traversal
First published: Fri May 24 2013(Updated: )
The EPATHOBJ::bFlatten function in win32k.sys in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, 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 check whether linked-list traversal is continually accessing the same list member, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (infinite traversal) via vectors that trigger a crafted PATHRECORD chain.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| 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 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2013-05/0094.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2013-06/0006.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/53435
- http://twitter.com/taviso/statuses/335557286657400832
- http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239477
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/25611/
- http://www.osvdb.org/93539
- http://www.reddit.com/r/netsec/comments/1eqh66/0day_windows_kernel_epathobj_vulnerability/
- http://www.theverge.com/2013/5/23/4358400/google-engineer-bashes-microsoft-discloses-windows-flaw
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3661?
CVE-2013-3661 is considered as a critical vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3661?
To fix CVE-2013-3661, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2013-3661?
CVE-2013-3661 affects multiple versions of Windows including XP, Vista, 7, 8, Server 2003, Server 2008, and Server 2012.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-3661?
CVE-2013-3661 is a memory corruption vulnerability that arises from improper handling of linked-list traversal.
Can CVE-2013-3661 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-3661 can potentially be exploited remotely by an attacker through a specially crafted application or document.
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