CVE-2013-3864: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 11, 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, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Multiple Fetch Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1342, CVE-2013-1343, CVE-2013-1344, and CVE-2013-3865.

Affected Software

18 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Sep 11, 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-2013-3864?

CVE-2013-3864 has a severity level of critical due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3864?

To fix CVE-2013-3864, it is recommended to apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-3864?

CVE-2013-3864 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including XP, Vista, 7, 8, Server 2003, and Server 2008.

4

Can CVE-2013-3864 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2013-3864 requires local access to the system for exploitation.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-3864?

If exploited, CVE-2013-3864 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

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