Vulnerability Description
dxgkrnl.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "DirectX Graphics Kernel Subsystem Double Fetch Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-288AUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-08
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-288AUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-08
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-3888?
CVE-2013-3888 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). dxgkrnl.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Direc...
How severe is CVE-2013-3888?
CVE-2013-3888 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-3888?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Vista.