CVE-2013-5058: Integer Overflow

Published Dec 11, 2013

Updated

Integer overflow in 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 8.1, and Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Integer Overflow Vulnerability."

Affected Software

14 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Microsoft Windows XP=sp2

Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

Remediation

Patch Available

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-101

Event History

Dec 11, 2013

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5058?

CVE-2013-5058 has a severity rating of important due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5058?

To fix CVE-2013-5058, apply the available security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2013-5058?

CVE-2013-5058 impacts multiple versions, including Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2003 SP2, and Windows 7 SP1.

Can CVE-2013-5058 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2013-5058 cannot be exploited remotely and requires local access to the vulnerable system.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-5058?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2013-5058, making patching the only recommended solution.