CVE-2013-3894: Code Injection
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 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CMAP table in a TrueType font (TTF) file, aka "TrueType Font CMAP Table Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3894?
CVE-2013-3894 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3894?
To fix CVE-2013-3894, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-3894?
CVE-2013-3894 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012, and Windows RT.
What kind of attack does CVE-2013-3894 enable?
CVE-2013-3894 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting crafted CMAP tables in TrueType fonts.
When was CVE-2013-3894 first disclosed?
CVE-2013-3894 was first disclosed in August 2013 as part of Microsoft's security updates.