CVE-2013-3918: Microsoft Windows Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the InformationCardSigninHelper Class ActiveX control, icardie.dll. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by constructing a specially crafted webpage. When a user views the webpage, the vulnerability could allow remote code execution. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the current user. The impacted product could be end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue product utilization.
Other sources
The InformationCardSigninHelper Class ActiveX control in icardie.dll 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 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted web page that is accessed by Internet Explorer, as exploited in the wild in November 2013, aka "InformationCardSigninHelper Vulnerability."
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Discontinue use of the affected Microsoft Windows products: 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 and Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 (Gold and R2); Windows RT (Gold and 8.1). Users should discontinue product utilization.
- Compensating control
Follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3918?
CVE-2013-3918 is considered critical as it allows remote code execution with user privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3918?
To fix CVE-2013-3918, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2013-3918?
CVE-2013-3918 affects Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2012.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3918?
Disabling ActiveX controls in Internet Explorer may serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2013-3918.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2013-3918?
Exploiting CVE-2013-3918 can lead to complete system compromise, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.