CVE-2013-3940: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 13 2013(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) 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 (memory corruption) via a crafted image in a Windows Write (.wri) document, which is not properly handled in WordPad, aka "Graphics Device Interface Integer Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3940?
CVE-2013-3940 is rated as important according to Microsoft security standards.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3940?
To fix CVE-2013-3940, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft as specified in the relevant security bulletin.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2013-3940?
CVE-2013-3940 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, Server 2003, Server 2008, and Server 2012.
Can CVE-2013-3940 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-3940 can be exploited by remote attackers potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-3940?
CVE-2013-3940 is categorized as an integer overflow vulnerability in the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) of Windows.
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