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CVE-2013-1333

7.2 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that leverages improper handling of objects in me…

Published May 15, 2013microsoftCWE-119EPSS 2.15%

Overview

CVE-2013-1333 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_7. It was published on May 15, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that leverages improper handling of objects in memory, aka "Win32k Buffer Overflow Vulnerability."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_7 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1333?

CVE-2013-1333 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_7. It was published on May 15, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-1333?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-1333?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_7 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-1333?

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