CVE-2013-3907: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 11 2013(Updated: )
portcls.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft 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 "Port-Class Driver Double Fetch 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 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 Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-3907?
CVE-2013-3907 may allow local users to gain elevated privileges on affected Microsoft Windows systems.
How can CVE-2013-3907 be mitigated?
To mitigate CVE-2013-3907, apply the appropriate security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected operating system.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2013-3907?
CVE-2013-3907 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT.
Is CVE-2013-3907 a remote code execution vulnerability?
No, CVE-2013-3907 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that requires local access to exploit.
What type of attack vectors are associated with CVE-2013-3907?
CVE-2013-3907 can be exploited through crafted applications run by a local user to gain higher system privileges.
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