CVE-2013-3879: Use After Free
First published: Wed Oct 09 2013(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in 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 Use After Free 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 | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3879?
The severity of CVE-2013-3879 is rated as critical, allowing local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3879?
To fix CVE-2013-3879, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2013-3879?
CVE-2013-3879 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including XP, Vista, 7, 8, and various Server editions.
Can CVE-2013-3879 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2013-3879 is not a remote vulnerability; it requires local access to exploit.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-3879?
CVE-2013-3879 is categorized as a use-after-free vulnerability in Windows kernel-mode drivers.
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