Vulnerability Description
The Microsoft Antimalware Client in Windows Defender on Windows 8 and Windows RT uses an incorrect pathname for MsMpEng.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Microsoft Antimalware Improper Pathname Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Defender | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 8 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-100AUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-03
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-100AUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-03
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-0078?
CVE-2013-0078 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The Microsoft Antimalware Client in Windows Defender on Windows 8 and Windows RT uses an incorrect pathname for MsMpEng.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka ...
How severe is CVE-2013-0078?
CVE-2013-0078 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-0078?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Defender, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows Rt.