First published: Wed Oct 09 2013(Updated: )
The App Container feature in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and obtain sensitive information from a different container via a Trojan horse application, aka "App Container Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
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CVE-2013-3880 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.
To fix CVE-2013-3880, ensure that your Microsoft Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, or Windows RT systems are updated with the latest security patches.
CVE-2013-3880 affects Microsoft Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT.
CVE-2013-3880 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability allowing attackers to access sensitive information across different app containers.
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2013-3880 to bypass intended access restrictions.