7.2
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-3865: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 11 2013(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-2013-3864.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-3865?

    CVE-2013-3865 has a critical severity level, allowing local users to exploit the vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-3865?

    To fix CVE-2013-3865, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

  • Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2013-3865?

    CVE-2013-3865 affects multiple versions, including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Server 2003, Server 2008, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012.

  • Can CVE-2013-3865 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2013-3865 requires local access, meaning an attacker would need to be physically present at the system to exploit it.

  • What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2013-3865?

    Exploiting CVE-2013-3865 can lead to unauthorized administrative access, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code at the highest privilege level.

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