CVE-2013-7332
First published: Wed Feb 26 2014(Updated: )
The Microsoft.XMLDOM ActiveX control in Microsoft Windows 8.1 and earlier does not properly detect recursion during entity expansion, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory and CPU consumption) via a crafted XML document containing a large number of nested entity references, a similar issue to CVE-2003-1564.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-7332?
CVE-2013-7332 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to resource exhaustion.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7332?
To mitigate CVE-2013-7332, ensure that your system has been updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-7332?
CVE-2013-7332 affects Microsoft Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 systems.
Can CVE-2013-7332 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-7332 can be exploited remotely through a crafted XML document.
What type of attack does CVE-2013-7332 enable?
CVE-2013-7332 enables a denial of service attack that can lead to high memory and CPU consumption.
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