Vulnerability Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 7 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, as demonstrated by Nils and Jon of MWR Labs during a Pwn2Own competition at CanSecWest 2013, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-0912.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | - |
References
- http://h30499.www3.hp.com/t5/HP-Security-Research-Blog/Pwn2Own-2013/ba-p/5981157
- http://labs.mwrinfosecurity.com/blog/2013/03/06/pwn2own-at-cansecwest-2013/
- http://twitter.com/thezdi/statuses/309460019131346944
- http://h30499.www3.hp.com/t5/HP-Security-Research-Blog/Pwn2Own-2013/ba-p/5981157
- http://labs.mwrinfosecurity.com/blog/2013/03/06/pwn2own-at-cansecwest-2013/
- http://twitter.com/thezdi/statuses/309460019131346944
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-2553?
CVE-2013-2553 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Unspecified vulnerability in the kernel in Microsoft Windows 7 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, as demonstrated by Nils and Jon of MWR Labs during a Pwn2Own competition at Ca...
How severe is CVE-2013-2553?
CVE-2013-2553 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-2013-2553?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 7.